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Cardiff Metropolitan University: Forensic Psychology
| Institution | Cardiff Metropolitan University |
|---|---|
| Department | Cardiff School of Sport and Health Sciences |
| Web | http://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/Pages/home.aspx |
| askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 029 2041 6010 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Forensic Psychology is the practice and application of psychological research relevant to crime, policing, the courts, the criminal and civil justice system, offenders, prison, secure settings, offender management, health and academic settings as well as private practice.
It looks at the role of environmental, psychosocial, and socio-cultural factors that may contribute to crime or its prevention. The primary aim of Forensic Psychology as an academic discipline is to develop understanding of the processes underlying criminal behaviour and for this improved understanding to impact on the effective management and rehabilitation of different groups of offenders in all settings within the criminal justice system.
Working collaboratively with His Majesty's Prison and Probation Services (HMMPS) and secure forensic mental health facility providers in Wales helps keep the programme up to date with strategy development and policy decisions. Regular contributions from Practitioner Forensic Psychologists working in Wales enables students to understand more about regional services and their impact on society locally. In addition, the programme benefits from the input of several national and international contributors who share their extensive specialist knowledge and experience within the field of Forensic Psychology.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good honours degree (normally 2.1 or above) in Psychology, from a BPS (British Psychological Society) accredited undergraduate course. In addition, applicants will be expected to demonstrate experience in a relevant area, for example, experience with victims, offenders or service providers in a forensic domain. Roles and responsibilities will need to be evidenced within the application, as well as detailing duration and hours per week undertaken. In exceptional cases, applicants who have achieved a lower second class award in an accredited Psychology undergraduate degree but have extensive relevant work experience may be considered for admission to the Programme. What counts as relevant experience in an applied forensic setting? Whilst no minimum time period is specified, it is important that the applicant is able to reflect on their experience and be able to write a strong personal statement in their application. This should include what contact the applicant has had with clients, what their role was in the organisation, how it might be useful in their studies and how it has helped them develop knowledge and skills in the area of Forensic Psychology. I obtained a 2:2 in my undergraduate degree. Can I still apply for the MSc Forensic Psychology? My undergraduate degree is not accredited by the British Psychological Society. Would you still consider an application? To be considered, the applicant must have completed a conversion qualification prior to application. Full details of available conversion courses can be found on the British Psychological Society's website. English Language requirement Selection Procedure: |
| Location | Cardiff Met - Llandaff Cardiff Metropolitan University Western Avenue Cardiff CF5 2YB |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11000 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 11000 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 11000 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11000 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11000 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 17600 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 17600 GBP for Whole course |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good honours degree (normally 2.1 or above) in Psychology, from a BPS (British Psychological Society) accredited undergraduate course. In addition, applicants will be expected to demonstrate experience in a relevant area, for example, experience with victims, offenders or service providers in a forensic domain. Roles and responsibilities will need to be evidenced within the application, as well as detailing duration and hours per week undertaken. In exceptional cases, applicants who have achieved a lower second class award in an accredited Psychology undergraduate degree but have extensive relevant work experience may be considered for admission to the Programme. What counts as relevant experience in an applied forensic setting? Whilst no minimum time period is specified, it is important that the applicant is able to reflect on their experience and be able to write a strong personal statement in their application. This should include what contact the applicant has had with clients, what their role was in the organisation, how it might be useful in their studies and how it has helped them develop knowledge and skills in the area of Forensic Psychology. I obtained a 2:2 in my undergraduate degree. Can I still apply for the MSc Forensic Psychology? My undergraduate degree is not accredited by the British Psychological Society. Would you still consider an application? To be considered, the applicant must have completed a conversion qualification prior to application. Full details of available conversion courses can be found on the British Psychological Society's website. English Language requirement Selection Procedure: |
| Location | Cardiff Met - Llandaff Cardiff Metropolitan University Western Avenue Cardiff CF5 2YB |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 1225 GBP for Module |
|---|---|
| England | 1225 GBP for Module |
| Northern Ireland | 1225 GBP for Module |
| Scotland | 1225 GBP for Module |
| Wales | 1225 GBP for Module |
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