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This course provides a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles and their application in legal settings. Students will learn about the theoretical foundations of forensic psychology, as well as the practical skills needed to work in this field. The course covers topics such as criminal behavior and thinking, witness interviewing and testimony, and the assessment and treatment of offenders. Graduates of this course are well-equipped to pursue careers in fields such as mental health services, probation services, and crime prevention initiatives.
This course is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the psychological factors that influence criminal behavior and the legal system. Students will learn about the psychology of crime, including the causes and consequences of crime, as well as the psychological assessment and treatment of offenders. The course also covers the practical skills needed to work in forensic settings, such as witness interviewing and testimony, and the use of psychological evidence in legal proceedings. Bangor University is recognized as a leading institution for forensic psychology research and teaching, providing students with access to cutting-edge knowledge and resources.
Bangor University is an ideal location for studying forensic psychology due to its strong reputation for research and teaching in this field. The university's location in northwest Wales provides a unique environment for learning, with easy access to beautiful coastal and mountainous areas for fieldwork and research opportunities. Bangor University has a dedicated Forensic Psychology Research Group, which provides students with opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research and network with experienced professionals in the field.
Alongside general psychology modules, you’ll specialise in understanding the psychological factors behind why people may commit criminal or deviant behaviour. You’ll use critical skills and evidence, based on research, to explore how forensic psychologists may contribute to debates on policing, crime, the criminal justice system, and rehabilitation. As well as understanding some of the reasons why people may commit offending behaviours, you will also explore the ways in which forensic psychologists can work to treat and rehabilitate offenders.
On this course, as well as gaining a thorough understanding of the broad range of topics relevant to modern-day psychology, you’ll learn in-depth about why people engage in behaviour that is harmful to others and what makes a psychopath. In addition, you’ll explore what happens to victims of crime or deviant behaviour and how we, as psychologists, can support them. You’ll also gain a real understanding of offenders and learn about developing interventions for people convicted of crime and how these people might be rehabilitated and supported. You’ll be introduced to how forensic psychologists use evidence from research to inform policies on crime, policing, criminal justice, and rehabilitation. Some examples of the factors influencing criminal behaviour that you may explore include; substance abuse issues and mental health disorders, as well as exploring the incidence of offending behaviours in different populations, e.g. children and youth. As well as being taught by staff from psychology you’ll also be taught by staff from areas such as social sciences and education with expertise in the criminal justice system, policing, and serial killers alongside students on courses such as Criminology and Criminal Justice and Childhood and Youth Studies.
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The 20 hours is total hours. It is not per job. If you hold multiple part-time jobs then the total hours of all the work you are doing added together.
In your third year, you’ll carry out a major research project in the area of forensic psychology. The project will be individually supervised by a staff member who is a specialist in the appropriate research field; you will thus have the opportunity to exercise your knowledge and skills alongside an expert. Our students regard the project as one of the most challenging, but also one of the most rewarding, elements of their course and our graduates have amongst the most highly developed research skills of any UK psychology graduate.In years 1 and 2 you will take compulsory modules for the BSc Psychology degree. These will give you a strong foundation in the wide-ranging reach of psychology before you go on to specialise in your third year where you will take at least half of your taught credits in Forensic Psychology-specific modules. Each year you study a total of 120 credits and the modules build over the years to provide both breadth and depth of understanding with a focus on Forensic Psychology.All graduates who achieve at least a 2:2 will be eligible for Graduate Based Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS.
We put great emphasis on developing your research skills. Right from the start of your course, you’ll begin to build up an understanding of how to undertake research and you’ll also act as a participant in our ongoing research programmes. In this way, you'll gradually acquire the skills you need to design and conduct your own research project in year 3. Your project will be related to Forensic Psychology in an area that fits with the research strengths of our staff. Recent projects include studies of personality characteristics and how they contribute to criminal or deviant behaviour, the accuracy with which humans are able to detect deception in other individuals, and some of the childhood experiences that may contribute towards criminal behaviour. We have a wide range of specialist research laboratories including MRI, ERP, TMS, Eye tracking, etc.
Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change. Find out what our students are currently studying on the Psychology with Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) Modules page.
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If you do not meet the English Language requirements to enter the International Incorporated Bachelors or the International Incorporated Masters, BUIC offers you a range of Pre-sessional English Programmes which you can take before you start these courses.
If you have an IELTS of 5.0 (with no component below 4.5), you will be offered a 6-week Pre-sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the IYZ.
If you have an IELTS of 4.5 (with no component below 4.0), you will be offered a 12-week Pre-Sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the IYZ.
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