What makes people do harm to others? What is a psychopath? How do you conduct an intervention with someone convicted of a violent crime, or help someone who has been the victim of crime? This degree explores these and many other important psychological questions relating to crime and justice. You’ll examine how forensic psychologists use evidence derived from research to contribute to debates and policy on crime, policing, criminal justice and rehabilitation; and how psychology is critical to understanding education, employment, mental health, and relationships. **Key features of the course** - Covers key concepts, theories, methods and debates in forensic psychology - ​Gives you an appreciation of different perspectives within psychology and the ability to evaluate them critically - Takes an applied approach to tackling issues such as counselling vulnerable clients - Relevant to careers in the criminal justice system, the care and resettlement of offenders, victim support, crime prevention and social justice.

This degree has three stages, each comprising two 60-credit modules. At Stage 1 you’ll be introduced to core academic skills and concepts in the social sciences and psychology. At Stage 2 you'll explore a wide range of real-life problems and issues to which psychology has been applied, along with a variety of research and practical skills used by professional psychologists. Finally, at Stage 3, you'll specialise in psychology as it has been applied to criminal justice contexts, including counselling and forensic psychology in prisons. You'll complete your degree with an independent research project.

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