Study MSc Forensic Psychology at Nottingham Trent University in the UK, School of Social Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

From crime and justice, to behaviour and victimology from prison and rehabilitation to the treatment of offenders and victims. These are the big topics in the world of Forensic Psychology, and exactly what our course focuses on to support your journey on a variety of forensic career paths. For example, becoming a Registered Forensic Psychologist, or a researcher in practice. We have a focus on blending research and practical expertise. This is reflected in our course team who are made up of forensic practitioners and academics with significant experience working with victims and offenders in the UK. We link the course closely to our active research community, who work with a variety of different related sectors, such as HMPPS, the Police, secure hospitals and the NHS.

Which department am I in?

School of Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

£20,400.00 (US$ 26,345) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Nottingham Trent University

50 Shakespeare Street,

Nottingham,

Nottinghamshire,

NG1 4FQ, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

£20,400.00 (US$ 26,345) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Nottingham Trent University

50 Shakespeare Street,

Nottingham,

Nottinghamshire,

NG1 4FQ, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Students will need a British Psychological Society (BPS) recognised undergraduate degree (minimum 2.1) in Psychology or an equivalent qualification that confers Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the BPS. All applicants must explain why they want to study the Forensic Psychology course in their personal statement. Students whose undergraduate degree is a 2.2 or equivalent will also be considered, but will be required to demonstrate relevant forensic experience and ability to study at the required academic level. One academic and one vocational reference is required. Applicants who have not been in academic study for several years and cannot provide an academic reference will be required to provide a second vocational reference. Take part in a face-to-face interview with a lecturer/practitioner, and complete a written exercise and a group task.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.