Forensic Psychology

Entry requirements

The typical offer for this course is a 2:2 or above honours degree in Psychology with BPS accreditation.

Applicants with prior qualifications and learning may be exempt from appropriate parts of a course in accordance with the University's policy for the assessment of prior learning and prior experiential learning. Contact the faculty office for further information.

Months of entry

September

Course content

You will be taught by research-active staff with special interests ranging from intimate partner violence, forensic mental health, and detection of deception.

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as fulfilling the requirements of Stage 1 training to become a Chartered Forensic Psychologist. Meaning you will graduate ready to either continue your training to become a chartered forensic psychologist or pursue a career in the prison and probation services, crime analysis or education.

Join the Kingston School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences. Our degrees are underpinned by a vibrant research culture and delivered by a blend of practitioners and academics who are dedicated to equipping you with the employability skills to thrive in your career. You will have a wealth of opportunities outside the classroom to further your learning and gain hands-on experience in your chosen field.

You will also benefit from the close links our staff have with forensic settings located in London and the surrounding area. Guest speakers are active practitioners in forensic services, such as prisons and low, medium, and high security hospitals (for example, Broadmoor).