Forensic Psychology Program Concentration

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SNHU's Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in Forensic Psychology equips students with the knowledge and skills to apply psychological principles in legal contexts. The program emphasizes research, assessment, and critical thinking, preparing students for careers in criminal justice or graduate studies in forensic psychology. The curriculum includes courses in forensic psychology, criminal psychology, and research methods, providing a solid foundation for understanding the role of psychology in the legal system.

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Degree Overview:

Overview:

SNHU's Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in Forensic Psychology equips students with research skills, psychological knowledge, and critical thinking abilities relevant to issues within the legal system. It prepares them for careers in criminal justice, such as psychological assessment, investigative research, and crime analytics. Students aspiring to become forensic psychologists can pursue graduate-level studies in the field, with this concentration serving as a foundational curriculum.

Objectives:

The program aims to: Enhance students' understanding of how psychology applies to law and the legal system. Develop their competence in psychological assessment, research, and critical thinking. Prepare them for entry-level careers in criminal justice or further graduate studies in forensic psychology.

Program Description:

The curriculum emphasizes the application of psychological principles in legal contexts, including: The role of psychologists as expert witnesses and advisors in courts. Understanding motives and patterns of criminal behavior. Assessing and treating individuals within correctional facilities and private practice. Examining eyewitness memory and criminal profiling.

Outline:

The program consists of:

General Education Program:

Courses that equip students with higher-order skills in writing, communication, analysis, and problem-solving.

Forensic Psychology Courses:

Courses that provide in-depth knowledge of the field, including forensic psychology, criminal psychology, research methods in psychology, and senior seminar in psychology.

Sample Course List:

Introduction to Psychology Forensic Psychology Research I: Statistics for Psychology Research II: Scientific Investigations Criminal Psychology

Careers:

The program prepares students for careers in: Criminal justice, including forensic psychology, investigative research, and crime analytics. Entry-level positions in correctional facilities or private practice.