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Royal Holloway, University of London: Forensic Psychology
| Institution | Royal Holloway, University of London |
|---|---|
| Department | Law |
| Web | http://www.rhul.ac.uk |
| Admissions.Enquiries@RoyalHolloway.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01784 414944 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
The multidisciplinary Department of Law and Criminology is home to applied, theoretical and doctrinal research across Criminology, Forensic Psychology, Law, Social Work, and Sociology. In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), 100% of our submission was assessed as world leading or internationally excellent for research impact.
The Department is home to about 50 research active staff and 50 PhD students. We offer a stimulating research environment in which PhD students are expected to be a part of the multidisciplinary research groups and contribute to PhD-led seminars and development activities. Our students benefit from opportunities for research methods training and we have a network of external organisations who are willing to support optional short-term placements and knowledge exchange opportunities.
You can find detailed research profiles of our staff here (https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/law-and-criminology/research/), by selecting the Departmental Research Group of most relevance to your proposed research and following the links to staff profile pages.
Alternatively, you can find a list of staff here (https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/law-and-criminology/contact-us/?department=law+and+criminology - use the Criminology and Sociology drop down menu to locate Forensic Psychology staff).
Please note that by studying this degree your award title will not include the subject of study but will simply state you've completed a PhD.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | Candidates for a place on the MPhil/PhD programme will have undergraduate and taught Masters degrees in a relevant subject. The Masters degree would typically have included training in advanced research methods, and be awarded with a Distinction or high Merit. The Department welcomes applications from suitably qualified and highly motivated candidates. The application process for our postgraduate research programmes is interactive. For details, please visit: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/postgraduate/law-and-criminology/forensic-psychology-phd/ For further information concerning applications for postgraduate research in the department, please contact Dr Caterina Nirta, Departmental Lead for Postgraduate Research. |
| Location | Central London Campus 11 Bedford Square London WC1B 3RF |
Fees
| EU | 18200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| International | 18200 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The multidisciplinary Department of Law and Criminology is home to applied, theoretical and doctrinal research across Criminology, Forensic Psychology, Law, Social Work, and Sociology. In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), 100% of our submission was assessed as world leading or internationally excellent for research impact.
The Department is home to about 50 research active staff and 50 PhD students. We offer a stimulating research environment in which PhD students are expected to be a part of the multidisciplinary research groups and contribute to PhD-led seminars and development activities. Our students benefit from opportunities for research methods training and we have a network of external organisations who are willing to support optional short-term placements and knowledge exchange opportunities.
You can find detailed research profiles of our staff here (https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/law-and-criminology/research/), by selecting the Departmental Research Group of most relevance to your proposed research and following the links to staff profile pages.
Alternatively, you can find a list of staff here (https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/research-and-teaching/departments-and-schools/law-and-criminology/contact-us/?department=law+and+criminology - use the Criminology and Sociology drop down menu to locate Forensic Psychology staff).
Please note that by studying this degree your award title will not include the subject of study but will simply state you've completed a PhD.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | Candidates for a place on the MPhil/PhD programme will have undergraduate and taught Masters degrees in a relevant subject. The Masters degree would typically have included training in advanced research methods, and be awarded with a Distinction or high Merit. The Department welcomes applications from suitably qualified and highly motivated candidates. The application process for our postgraduate research programmes is interactive. For details, please visit: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/postgraduate/law-and-criminology/forensic-psychology-phd/ For further information concerning applications for postgraduate research in the department, please contact Dr Caterina Nirta, Departmental Lead for Postgraduate Research. |
| Location | Central London Campus 11 Bedford Square London WC1B 3RF |
Fees
| EU | 18200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| International | 18200 GBP for Year 1 |
MSc
Summary
Our Forensic Psychology Masters degree is jointly delivered by the School of Law and the Department of Psychology. By choosing this course at Royal Holloway you will be trained in the research-practitioner model for careers either in forensic psychology or applied psychology, and gain transferable skills that provide a valuable basis for careers in a wide range for fields.
A solid foundation in scientific research methods is developed so that you can design, conduct and analyse empirical psychological research. Teaching will be provided by academics from Psychology, Criminology and Law which will enable you develop skills in integrating concepts and communicating on multidisciplinary levels. You will be trained in qualitative and quantitative methods and in ethical issues relating to research and practice.
Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from both research and practice-led internal and external professionals, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. You will receive individual attention to enhance your personal and professional development.
On graduating you will have the foundation level knowledge to work towards becoming a qualified Forensic Psychologist and the understanding of the necessary interrelationship between scientific research and forensic psychological practice.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2:1 A 2:1 degree which entitles you to Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (see www.bps.org.uk for details of which courses in the UK qualify for this). |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 23900 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23900 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Our Forensic Psychology Masters degree is jointly delivered by the School of Law and the Department of Psychology. By choosing this course at Royal Holloway you will be trained in the research-practitioner model for careers either in forensic psychology or applied psychology, and gain transferable skills that provide a valuable basis for careers in a wide range for fields.
A solid foundation in scientific research methods is developed so that you can design, conduct and analyse empirical psychological research. Teaching will be provided by academics from Psychology, Criminology and Law which will enable you develop skills in integrating concepts and communicating on multidisciplinary levels. You will be trained in qualitative and quantitative methods and in ethical issues relating to research and practice.
Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from both research and practice-led internal and external professionals, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. You will receive individual attention to enhance your personal and professional development.
On graduating you will have the foundation level knowledge to work towards becoming a qualified Forensic Psychologist and the understanding of the necessary interrelationship between scientific research and forensic psychological practice.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2:1 A 2:1 degree which entitles you to Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (see www.bps.org.uk for details of which courses in the UK qualify for this). |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 23900 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 13200 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23900 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Our Forensic Psychology Masters degree is jointly delivered by the School of Law and the Department of Psychology. By choosing this course at Royal Holloway you will be trained in the research-practitioner model for careers either in forensic psychology or applied psychology, and gain transferable skills that provide a valuable basis for careers in a wide range for fields.
A solid foundation in scientific research methods is developed so that you can design, conduct and analyse empirical psychological research. Teaching will be provided by academics from Psychology, Criminology and Law which will enable you develop skills in integrating concepts and communicating on multidisciplinary levels. You will be trained in qualitative and quantitative methods and in ethical issues relating to research and practice.
Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from both research and practice-led internal and external professionals, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. You will receive individual attention to enhance your personal and professional development.
On graduating you will have the foundation level knowledge to work towards becoming a qualified Forensic Psychologist and the understanding of the necessary interrelationship between scientific research and forensic psychological practice.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2:1 A 2:1 degree which entitles you to Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (see www.bps.org.uk for details of which courses in the UK qualify for this). |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 22800 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 22800 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Our Forensic Psychology Masters degree is jointly delivered by the School of Law and the Department of Psychology. By choosing this course at Royal Holloway you will be trained in the research-practitioner model for careers either in forensic psychology or applied psychology, and gain transferable skills that provide a valuable basis for careers in a wide range for fields.
A solid foundation in scientific research methods is developed so that you can design, conduct and analyse empirical psychological research. Teaching will be provided by academics from Psychology, Criminology and Law which will enable you develop skills in integrating concepts and communicating on multidisciplinary levels. You will be trained in qualitative and quantitative methods and in ethical issues relating to research and practice.
Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from both research and practice-led internal and external professionals, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. You will receive individual attention to enhance your personal and professional development.
On graduating you will have the foundation level knowledge to work towards becoming a qualified Forensic Psychologist and the understanding of the necessary interrelationship between scientific research and forensic psychological practice.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2:1 A 2:1 degree which entitles you to Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (see www.bps.org.uk for details of which courses in the UK qualify for this). |
| Location | Royal Holloway Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 22800 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 12600 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 22800 GBP for Year 1 |
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