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School:

School of Human and Health Sciences

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2023-09-01

Module Leader:

Daniel Hunt

Version Number

2024.01

Learning Methods

Lecture

Guided Independent Study

Synopsis

This module studies the key approaches, concepts and issues within the field of forensic psychology through a series of lectures and online facilities. You’ll explore a range of psychological explanations for criminal activity relating to two main themes.Firstly, you’ll critically consider various research areas within forensic psychology including prison treatment … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

Lectures, summative and formative assessments, and online discussion and guidance will be provided. The module will also make extensive use of information technology through the use of the university’s virtual learning environment with the inclusion of additional guided reading and activities to support directed study. You are also expected to … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

• Psychological explanations of specific criminal acts.• The role of the forensic psychologist, as expert, as practitioner, as researcher.• The role of research within forensic psychology• Specific areas of forensic psychology research (for example eye-witness-testimony, the cognitive interview, interrogative suggestibility, mentally disordered offenders, offender profiling, prison treatment programmes) both current … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Demonstrate a systematic and critical understanding of an area of research in Forensic Psychology consistent with current debates at the forefront of psychology.
2.
Demonstrate proficiency in the application of knowledge together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in forensic psychology.
3.
Demonstrate the ability to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make informed judgements about published material in specialist areas related to forensic psychology.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Practice exam/test

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: In-Class Test

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

The School generic grading criteria and the learning outcomes will apply. The expectation is that text based assessment tasks will be submitted via turnitin®.

My Reading

Reading List