Program Overview
The Investigative Psychology at University of Huddersfield is a MSc programme in Psychology over 12 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 Investigative Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 6,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Investigative Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Clinical Forensic Psychology
- Dissertation (Investigative Psychology)
- Improving Legal Testimony and Evidence in Court and investigations
- Introducing Investigative Psychology: from Offender Profiling to the Science of IP
- Investigative Psychology for Violent Acquisitive and Sexual Crime
- Investigative Psychology: Tactics and Strategies for Studying Criminal Action
- Offender Spatial Activity: Beyond Geographical Offender Profiling
- Professional Issues and Applications
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- An Honours degree (2:1 or above) in Psychology recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) or its international equivalent. Criminology or other relevant disciplines will be considered.
- Or the ability to complete a Master\'s course at a higher level demonstrated through professional, vocational or other documented experience.
- Basic understanding of research methods, statistics and some experience of working with offenders, the police, the courts or another relevant institution is also beneficial.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 6,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 6,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Huddersfield 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 University of Huddersfield
University of Huddersfield
Kirklees, United Kingdom
University of Huddersfield is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-18
- Language English
- Duration 12 months