Forensic Psychology Top up DForenPsy 2024

Program Overview

This HCPC-approved doctorate program in Forensic Psychology develops professionals in core areas of the field, including psychological assessments, interventions, and training. The program prepares students for BPS Chartered Psychology status and HCPC registration as Forensic Psychologists. It features placements in forensic environments and flexible study options with full-time or part-time completion.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Stage 2:
• Develop skills and competency in four core areas:
• Conducting psychological assessments and interventions with victims and offenders
• Case studies, research, and evaluation
• Communicating knowledge and information to other professionals and clients
• Training other professionals in psychological skills and methods
• Doctorate Component:
• Submit a 'practice portfolio' summarizing forensic practice experience
• Submit an 'academic research thesis' on a specific area of forensic psychology

Careers:

• Eligible to apply for BPS Chartered Psychology status
• Eligible for HCPC registration as a Forensic Psychologist
• Full member of the Division of Forensic Psychology

Other:

• Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
• Run by the Centre for Forensic and Family Psychology (CFFP)
• In collaboration with the Institute of Mental Health
• Placements in forensic environments anywhere in the UK and Ireland
• Two weeks of block teaching each year (usually October and January)
• Experience interventions with victims and offenders in the community and secure settings from various client groups
• Can be completed in two years through full-time study or four years through part-time study

• UK fees: Full-time £11,850 / Part-time £7,110
• International fees: Full-time £26,250 / Part-time £15,750