Forensic Psychology DForenPsy/MSc (Research)

These courses aim to develop skills, in collaboration with the Institute of Mental Health, such as assessment, management, intervention, treatment and evaluation.

You'll apply your knowledge to practice while on placement in forensic environments and experience interventions with children and adults in community and secure settings.

We have three versions of this course:

Forensic and Criminology Psychology MSc (by Research)

A one to two year course which fulfils Stage 1 of BPS professional training in forensic psychology allowing you to enter Stage 2.

Forensic Psychology Top Up DForenPsy

A two to four year fast track doctorate programme for those who have already completed Stage 1 of their training.

Forensic Psychology Full DForenPsy

The full programme including both Stage 1 and 2 of the BPS diploma which can be taken over three to six years.

This programme is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

The MSc (by Reseach) confers eligibility to apply for BPS chartered membership.

The DForenPsy confers eligibility to apply for both HCPC registration and BPS chartered membership.

The full DForenPsy features six theoretical taught modules and a research project/dissertation incorporating research methods training equivalent to two 10-credit taught modules.

Teaching is delivered through workshops led by experts and practising clinicians Tuesday to Thursday each week during term time (36 weeks).

There is also a doctorate component in which you will apply your knowledge to practice while on placement in forensic environments. At the end of the course, you will submit a thesis on your research and practice in a specific area of forensic psychology.