MA Criminology with Forensic Psychology

The Criminology with Forensic Psychology MA course at Kingston University combines the study of criminological theories and research with an in-depth exploration of the complex relationship between human behavior, crime, and the law. This postgraduate programme aims to educate students about the multi-disciplinary nature of criminology and forensic psychology and equips them with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to engage critically and effectively with contemporary issues and debates.Course Content: The course provides an in-depth understanding of the core areas of criminology and forensic psychology including crime, victimisation, and the legal response to crime. Students also explore socio-psychological theories that examine the relationship between individual behavior and society's response to crime. The course is structured to focus on the intersection of psychology and law in understanding crime, mental health and crime relationship, victimology, and crime prevention.Key Modules: The curriculum includes key modules such as Foundations of Forensic Psychology Practice, Crime and Offenders, Risk, Dangerousness and Offender Management, Applied Legal Psychology, Research Dissertation and Crime, Behaviour and Society.Accreditations: While the course details page does not specify any specific accreditations, Kingston University is generally accredited by various professional bodies in the United Kingdom.Future Careers: Graduates of the Criminology with Forensic Psychology MA course are well-placed to pursue careers in a range of areas, including the prison service, the probation service, police forces, local government, the voluntary sector, youth justice services, teaching, and further research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.