Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)

This course will provide you with a comprehensive grounding in forensic psychology and biology and their application to understanding offending behaviour.

You will learn about psychological theory, research and biological methods/techniques – skills and knowledge that will be useful if you later wish to enter the occupation of forensic psychology.

In Year 1 you will be introduced to aspects of forensic psychology and forensic biology. In the second year you will study a variety of modules including Psychology and the Law. In the third year you will study both forensic and clinical psychology, and biological indicators for crime reporting.

Accredited by the British Psychological Society, this course develops the skills needed to become competent in investigating theories and carrying out research. We offer flexibility with a range of different pathways, which reflect differing levels of eligibility for British Psychological Society (BPS) membership, including Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) status – a crucial factor for a career in Psychology.

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Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) C816 BSc/FPsy

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Study options

Full time or part time available

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Admissions Office
01905 855111
admissions@worc.ac.uk

Dean Wilkinson
Course Leader
d.wilkinson@worc.ac.uk

280 UCAS tariff points

Modules

Introduction to Forensic Psychology
Introduction to Forensic Biology
Critical Thinking in Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Biopsychology
Research Methods 3
Developmental Psychology
Social Psychology
Individual Differences
Psychology & the Law
Crime Scene Investigation
Independent Study (on a Forensic topic)
Forensic Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Critical Forensic Psychology
Biological Indicators for Crime Reporting

Assessment

Assessment methods include exams, essays, presentations and practical assignments.

Adrian Coxell

Course Leader, Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)

“The Forensic Psychology course offers an exciting opportunity to study criminal behaviour from both a forensic psychology and forensic biology perspective.”

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Louise Jones, Head of Institute

Employability

A degree in Psychology is highly favoured by emplyers, giving you an excellent advantages in the job market. During your studies with us you will learn new skills, develop existing expertise, study a wide range of approaches and methodologies and leave with a broader range of knowledge, skills and abilities. An important part of this learning process is the ability to reflect upon your own experiences; an aspect of practice engaged in by all professional psychologists. We will help you to develop these skills through the Academic Tutoring system; you will be provided with an Understanding Skills & Professionalism booklet, which you will use both as a record of your learning and a tool for self-reflection.

Career Opportunities
As with other degrees conferring GBC (Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership) with the British Psychological Society, the course provides the foundation for a career as a professional psychologist. The course also provides a foundation for a variety of careers including social work and research. A further qualification (Higher degree) and supervised practice (leading to Chartership as a Forensic Psychologist) are required to enable you to work as a professional Forensic Psychologist (see the British Psychological Society website for details).

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