Program Overview
The Forensic Psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University is a MA programme in Psychology over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Forensic Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Florham Park, United States, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Forensic Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Statistics and Research Methods
- Psychopathology
- Introduction to Forensic Psychology
- Psychological Basis of Criminal Behavior
- Evaluating Criminal Responsibility and Competency to Stand Trial
- Forensic Evaluation & Assessment
- Forensic Interviewing Techniques
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- A\nbachelors degree from an accredited college or university. \n
- Official\ntranscripts from all colleges and universities in which undergraduate or\ngraduate course work was completed. \n
- An\nofficial score report for the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or\nGraduate Record Exam (GRE) taken within the last five years. \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Fairleigh Dickinson University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Fairleigh Dickinson University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Hackensack, United States
private university in New Jersey, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
