MSc Criminology with Forensic Psychology

The MSc Criminology with Forensic Psychology at Middlesex University provides a comprehensive understanding of crime, deviance, and criminal justice systems. This advanced postgraduate degree equips students with the interdisciplinary skills required to perform effective research in both criminological and psychological strategies.Course Content: The course focuses on mixing theoretical knowledge with practical application, thereby enabling students to understand the root causes and consequences of different types of crime whilst employing psychological perspectives. A key aspect of the course is the exploration of criminological and forensic theory, research strategies, law, and policy that influence current debates and practices around crime control and public safety. Key Modules: Students will engage with modules that span various topics including Crime and Offender Patterns, Criminological Theory, Quantitative and Qualitative Research in Criminal Justice, Forensic Nature, Nurture and Psychopathy, Forensic Mental Health, Offending and Victimology. Also, students will undertake a dissertation project in a chosen area of criminology and forensic psychology.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), thereby providing a pathway to become a Chartered Psychologist.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can pursue a variety of roles in public and private sectors. Potential job titles include Probation Officer, Community Development Worker, Detective, Police Officer, or Social Worker. Careers could also be pursued in research or further academic study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.