Forensic Psychology: an introduction ADED11887
- Academic Session: 2022-23
- School: Short Courses
- Credits: 5
- Level: Level 1 (SCQF level 7)
- Typically Offered: Full Year
- Available to Visiting Students: Yes
- Available to Erasmus Students: No
Short Description
Forensic Psychology applies psychological theory to understanding crime, policing, criminal justice and rehabilitation. In this course we will outline the origins of Forensic Psychology within the context of Psychology as a whole, and explore key theories and methodologies within the field, including offender profiling. With a critical appraisal of recent evidence from the field, this course will help students develop a basic understanding of this popular field of Psychology.
Timetable
Blocks 2, 3 and 4
Day and times TBC
Requirements of Entry
None
Excluded Courses
None
Co-requisites
None
Assessment
Collaborative methodology Wiki page (created in Moodle) (100%)
Course Aims
This aims of this course are to:
■ Introduce students to the field of Forensic Psychology and the work of forensic psychologists
■ Develop students' understanding of key theories and methodologies used in Forensic Psychology
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course students will be able to:
■ Describe the scope of Forensic Psychology and its relationship to the wider field of Psychology
■ Evaluate key theories and methodologies within the field of Forensic Psychology
Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits
Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.