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, taking into consideration issues of diversity, equality, and inclusion, with the objective of developing skills in research and evaluation.
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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
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Disciplines
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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.
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International
23310 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23310 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
12600 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12600 GBP per year during 36 months.
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