Forensic Psychology | University of Exeter

Course summary

A new programme developed to look to the future of forensic psychology
Delivered online (taught element and research) except for 1 week teaching blocks in each term - Autumn, Spring and Summer
Combining the portfolio expertise in training therapeutic skills with training in complex forensic understanding
Opportunity to join a programme engaged with a network of forensic providers across different forensic settings
Commitment to interprofessional learning and development
Supervisors with extensive experience in forensic and applied psychology
Commitment to equity, inclusion and promoting diversity

Course content
This exciting new Forensic Doctorate aims to train highly skilled professionals to enable to work in prisons, in the community, and within the criminal justice system. The programme trains students in conducting psychological applications and interventions, research, communicating psychological knowledge to others, and to train other professionals in psychological skills and knowledge. The programme is integrated with our DClinPsy programme ensuring quality teaching in therapeutic skills, as well as providing separate specialist forensic training. It is designed to support students to engage in the dual role of forensic psychologist practitioner and researcher, with students receiving a professional doctorate degree as an output.

Course design
This programme consists of an academic taught element, and research thesis, and placements. The programme aims to develop student competencies across the 4 core roles of a forensic psychologist and the relevant core competencies to practice as a forensic psychologist. The curriculum includes teaching on:

Assessment & formulation
Therapy & Intervention skills
Theories of offending
Professional issues & ethics
Mental health & neurodevelopmental disorders
Risk assessment
Psychology & the court system
Psychology, law & criminal justice
Leadership & consultancy
Supervision
Research

To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Modules

For a full list of compulsory and optional modules please visit our course page.

Assessment method

Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.

How to apply

International applicants

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For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page.

Entry requirements

Graduate Basis for Registration (GBC) confirmed at time of application from the British Psychological Society.

Plus one of the following

1st class or 2:1 psychology degree or a non-psychology degree plus completion of an accredited psychology conversion course.
2:2 undergraduate psychology degree plus a relevant research Masters, DPhil or PhD.
2:2 without a Masters if one of the contextual admissions criteria is met.
You should be able to demonstrate research experience beyond undergraduate (e.g. audit).

You should have relevant experience, preferably at least six months in a forensic setting, or extensive experience in a clinical setting that involves direct client work, that goes beyond just observation.

You should be able to demonstrate an ability to manage conflicting perspectives.

You should have experience of working with groups and managing complex relationships.

You should have an understanding of forensic contexts (minimum criteria of this would be through an observation).

You will need to pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) check and obtain occupational health clearance.

We actively welcome applicants from a diversity of backgrounds (e.g., culture, socio-economic status).

For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

In addition to tuition fees and living costs, your programme of study may have other costs associated with it, such as laboratory equipment or field trips. For more information about fees and additional costs please visit our course page.

Sponsorship information

We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.