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Overview
This Forensic Psychology Practice Doctorate programme from University of Birmingham combines academic teaching, research, and professional training during forensic placements.
It is open only to Psychology graduates who are registered with the BPS (GBC status). On completion you are eligible for BPS Chartered Psychology status and full membership of the Division of Forensic Psychology. You will also be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Forensic Psychologist.
In the Centre for Applied Psychology, we are committed to involving experts by experience in all the different aspects relevant to our teaching and research. The Experts by Experience Steering Committee (EBESC) is a group that meets regularly to discuss, organise and support the work of experts by experience linked to the Forensic Psychology Doctorate Programme. We comprise members from various backgrounds, including local experts by experience who contribute to the course and staff from the Centre for Applied Psychology.
Programme aims
The programme aims to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to work as a forensic psychologist; to analyse offending behaviour and its effect on victims; to manage, assess and plan treatment strategies for both victims and offenders; and to work as an expert providing professional reports and training. An evidence-based approach to forensic practice is emphasised, with the objective of developing skills in research and evaluation. Professional case studies, research studies and forensic practice reports are carried out.
Programme Structure
Programme modules include:
- Psychological Theories and the Understanding of Crime
- Working with Offenders
- Psychology, Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
- Assessment Issues (Offenders and Victims)
- Forensic Psychotherapy and Forensic Issues
- Psychology and the Court System
- Forensic Practice Placements
- Research Systematic Literature Review
- Case Study Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 95
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Psychology Forensic Science View 7 other PhDs in Forensic Science in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 95
Other requirements
General requirements
Full-time:
- A good Honours degree (2:1 or above) in Psychology that confers the GBC (Graduate Basis for Chartership) with the BPS (British Psychological Society) and experience working in a forensic setting
- Trainees must complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (previously the Criminal Records Bureau check) before attending any placement. This course is exempt from the ‘Rehabilitation of Offenders Act’ and no convictions are considered ‘spent’
- Relevant forensic experience or similar alternative
- NB: Qualifications must be completed and the required quota of experience gained at the point of application.
Tuition Fee
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International
20430 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20430 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
11700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11700 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Birmingham
765 - 1134 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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