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Forensic Mental Health MSc

Different course options

Full time | Denmark Hill Campus 1 | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

People With Mental Health Problems: Social Work Forensic Psychology

Course Summary

The Forensic Mental Health course is designed for students with a clinical or academic interest in the complex relationship between mental disorders and criminal behaviour. You will be taught by a multi-disciplinary team of clinical academics. The course constitutes an ideal first step towards clinical psychology training, a PhD or MD degree.

1 year full time (part time option available for Research Pathway only). See Course Essentials for more information.

Modules

Forensic Mental Health Practice in the Criminal Justice System: legal and investigative processes (15 Credits)
Forensic Psychology Practice in context (Clinical Forensic Psychology pathway only) (60 Credits)
Prosocial and antisocial behaviours across the lifespan(30 credits) (15 Credits)
Research Dissertation Forensic Mental Health (60 Credits)
Research Methodology and Statistics (15 Credits)
Specialist Forensic Services: assessment, treatment and development(30 credits) (15 Credits)

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,840

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£37,368

Entry requirements

Applicants should have, or be predicted to achieve, a 2:1 honours degree (minimum) or the equivalent, including an introduction to empirical research, in a relevant subject, e.g. psychology, neuroscience, criminology, psychiatry, mental health nursing or occupational therapy. In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. On-graduates (e.g. nurses with a Diploma) will be asked to provide evidence of their capacity to study at postgraduate level and will be expected to have considerable relevant work experience since qualifying.

University information

King's College London (King’s) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UK. With a rich history dating back to 1829, it is located in the heart of London and comprises five campuses including its historic main campus at The Strand. The university offers an extensive range of postgraduate programmes across a variety of disciplines, combining world-class teaching, research excellence, and a commitment to developing...more

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