Forensic Psychology, M.A.
Program Description
Forensic psychology is designed for students interested in pursing doctoral training in psychology or law. Successful graduates pursue careers in areas such as juvenile/adult court clinics, correctional settings, law enforcement, or forensic psychiatric settings.
Degree Requirements
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- 15 credits in Psychology on the undergraduate or graduate level including: General Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods or Experimental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Developmental Psychology.
Required Courses 30
| PSY 5130 | HUMAN DEVELOPMENT ACROSS THE LIFE-SPAN | 3 |
| PSY 5555 | INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
| PSY 5560 | RESEARCH DESIGN AND STATISTICS I | 3 |
| PSY 5565 | RESEARCH DESIGN AND STATISTICS II | 3 |
| PSY 5570 | PSYCHOLOGY OF CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR | 3 |
| PSY 5575 | NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| PSY 5580 | PERSONALITY & BEHAVIORAL ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| PSY 5585 | AGGRESSION, VIOLENCE RISK, AND THREAT ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| PSY 5610 | ADVANCED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
Electives Courses 6
Two courses selected with advisement from the following:
Total Credit Hours: 36