Forensic Psychology
Module code: PS3121
‘Forensic Psychology’ examines the interface between law and psychology. We will explore key theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of forensic psychology in the following key areas:
- The psychology of cybercrime and online offending behaviour
- Eye witness identification
- Deception
- Detection
- False confessions
- Psychology within the court room
- Risk assessment
- Offender interventions
Learning
- 20 hours of lectures
- 130 hours of guided independent study
Assessment
- Exam, 2 hours (100%)