PY6014 - Advanced Forensic Psychology

Credit points:	03
Year:	2005
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
Administered by:

Available to MPsych students or other suitably qualified persons with the permission of the course coordinator.

This subject provides students with an advanced training in the application of specialist knowledge of forensic psychology in a range of settings. The settings include, but are not restricted to, selected criminal justice institutions including correctional facilities, courts, watch houses and mental health facilities.

Learning Outcomes

• ensure students have a detailed professional knowledge of the ethical issues that arise when working in forensic psychology;
• provide advanced insights into the tools and techniques used by the forensic psychologist whilst working within the various areas of the sub-discipline;
• provide advanced training in the application of specialist forensic psychology in a variety of criminal justice settings;
• provide an in-depth appreciation of the biopsychosocial interactions which result in criminogenic personalities, behaviours and environments.

Prerequisites:

PY5016

Availabilities
, , Study Period 2
Census Date 31-Aug-2005
Face to face teaching (Consult School for on-campus attendance requirements)
Coord/Lect:	pskt.
Contact hours:	39 hours
Assessment:	(20%); (40%); (40%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.