MSc Forensic Psychology (BPS accredited)

The MSc Forensic Psychology course at Manchester Metropolitan University is a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited postgraduate programme that provides an in-depth exposure to the critical understanding of forensic psychology. This course engages students in applied psychological research to facilitate the comprehension and application of key psychological theories in forensic contexts.Course Content: The MSc Forensic Psychology degree provides an introduction to the critical understanding of forensic psychology and a detailed review of forensic mental health, including personality disorders, psychopathy and treatment approaches. The modules also delve into investigative psychology, where students examine investigative and courtroom processes, and criminal behaviour, focusing on aggression and violent crime.Key Modules: The MSc Forensic Psychology course comprises of core modules like Foundations of Forensic Psychology, Investigative Psychology, Forensic Mental Health, Offenders and Offending, and Police, Policing and Law Enforcement. Additional modules cover Criminal Behaviour, Consultancy, Assessment and Intervention, Ethical, Legal and Professional Practice, and Applied Research Skills.Accreditations: The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). It also confers the Stage 1 accreditation for full membership of the BPS Division of Forensic Psychology and Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).Future Careers: Graduates of the MSc Forensic Psychology can progress to careers in areas such as prison service, probation service, NHS and/or voluntary sector organisations providing services for individuals with offending behaviour backgrounds, and research or academic institutions. It also paves the way for further studies in forensic psychology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page. MSc Forensic Psychology - BPS Accredited