Overview
If you want to apply what you learned through your undergraduate psychology studies to the field of offender behaviour, then this Master's in Forensic Psychology will give you the knowledge and skills to work in the criminal justice system, or train to become a qualified forensic psychologist.
The course brings together the disciplines of clinical, social and cognitive psychology, with criminology and law. You'll address the major issues concerning the justice system in relation to individuals, organisations and society, and when you successfully complete your studies, you'll be able to apply your knowledge in a range of contexts from criminal investigations, to welfare, wellbeing and rehabilitation.
Accredited by the British Psychological Society, the course represents the first of 2 stages of training required to become a Chartered and Registered Forensic Psychologist.
Course highlights:
Careers and opportunities
Careers this Master’s prepares you for
Forensic psychologists usually start by doing a minimum of 2 years full-time supervised practice in an employment setting. The work of forensic psychologists is varied, ranging from criminal investigations to organisational change, and from matters of civil justice such as child access to operational emergencies such as hostage incidents.
Graduates of this course have gone onto roles such as:
Graduates of this course have gone on to work for companies such as:
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2025
Portsmouth Campus
University House, Winston Churchill Avenue,
Portsmouth,
Hampshire,
PO1 2UP, United Kingdom
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2025
University of Portsmouth
University House,
Winston Churchill Avenue,
Portsmouth,
PO1 2UP, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
The University of Portsmouth is a vibrant institution on the UK’s south coast offering gold-rated education and excellent student support.