Forensic Mental Health

Entry requirements

Applying with prior qualifications

• You will need an undergraduate degree (minimum 2.2) in Psychology or an allied discipline such as social science, nursing, health related practice, or law or other recognised equivalent qualification.

Applying with non-standard entry qualifications/experience

• Applicants without such qualifications will be considered on an individual basis but will be required to demonstrate how their experiences and knowledge and / or their professional qualifications (such as RMN, RN) would enable them to study this course at Masters level in their Personal Statement.

Other requirements

The application form requires a written statement in which you should outline the reasons for wishing to undertake the MSc Forensic Mental Health. We will be looking to ensure that you have a sound rationale for joining the course based on a realistic appreciation of the materials to be studied and the related practice areas.

Months of entry

September

Course content

From exploring contemporary issues in mental health and forensic mental health in its broadest sense, to delving deeper into crime, criminal behaviour and victimisation, this course will provide you with a critical appreciation of the issues arising from mental health practice and research.

Ideal for those seeking employment in – or already working in – the areas of forensics and/or mental health, this degree will equip you with the theory and awareness of the philosophical and methodological problems, debates and insights that shape the discipline. You’ll also gain practical experience in research as you will complete a research project in a specialist area of your choice, supervised by an expert within the field.

• Tailor your learning to your areas of interest with opportunities to choose your own assessment topics.
• Put your skills into practice and build your networks by working with experts within the area of mental health or psychological wellbeing.
• With 3 set days in university each week (2 for part-time students), balance your studies around your other commitments such as part-time work.
• Benefit from excellent support from our academic team to enhance your learning.