Forensic Psychology and Mental Health MSc

Course Overview

This course, part of a suite of courses in the field of forensic psychology at Coventry University, which also includes MSc Forensic Psychology, and MSc Forensic Psychology and Offender Rehabilitation, is designed to provide you with a thorough grounding in the theory, themes, issues, and practical skills we consider to be central to forensic psychology and forensic mental health settings. In 2017, the National Audit Office estimated that 10% of the prison population in England was receiving treatment for a mental health problem. Further, that 37% of people in prison had reported mental health problems to the HM Inspector of Prisons. In this course, you will have the opportunity to study the types of mental health disorders commonly found in prisons, and be taught how to assess and work with individuals in forensic settings, including understanding appropriate treatment programs and the psychological challenges that can be faced by staff working in the prison service.

General Eligibility

Applicants should hold the equivalent of a€¯minimum€¯2:2 undergraduate degree in Psychology. Consideration will be given to applicants€¯who hold the equivalent of€¯a minimum of€¯2:2 undergraduate€¯degrees€¯in Science or Social Sciences where a minimum of 50% of undergraduate study is in Psychology€¯with evidence of studying a curriculum including research methods.€¯

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• This course requires an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5. Pre-sessional English is available if required.