Forensic Psychology MSc
Goldsmiths, University of London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Forensic Psychology MSc at Goldsmiths, University of London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Anthropology.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in sociology, social policy and anthropology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Anthropology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £23500 | £28000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £27500 | £16500 - £28000 | £20000 - £33000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of sociology, social policy and anthropology
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £22450 | £26876 |
25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £28000 | £16925 - £28392 | £20314 - £34845 |
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Course Description
This MSc provides the academic training required for a career as a forensic psychologist.
Are you interested in training to become a forensic psychologist? Are you already working in the criminal justice or forensic mental health systems and keen to learn more about the theory and practice behind forensic psychology?
- The programme will introduce you to a range of psychological theories, methods and processes within the context of the legal, criminal and civil justice systems.
- Based at a research-led London university with strong links to forensic services, you’ll be taught by world-class researchers, and experienced practitioners from the NHS, and the prison and probation service.
- Led by chartered forensic clinical psychologist Dr Caoimhe McAnena and chartered psychologist Dr Adrian Scott, the MSc also includes contributions from world-class researchers and practitioners who will teach on the programme and supervise research projects.
- We have been awarded full British Psychological Society (BPS) accreditation, which will give you the opportunity to gain Graduate and/or Chartered Membership of the Society.
Work experience opportunities
One of the major strengths of this course is our strong links with local forensic/mental health services. All successful applicants will be provided with details of available work experience opportunities at the beginning of the academic term.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Forensic Psychology MSc at Goldsmiths, University of London
20% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
15% | Sales occupations |
10% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Design occupations |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Therapy professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
- (minimum 6.0 in Writing)
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
- (minimum 6.0 in Writing)
You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least upper second class standard in psychology or a similar relevant subject.
You could, for example, be a Psychology graduate with the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) interested in working towards a BPS qualification in forensic psychology. Or you could be a practitioner working in the criminal justice and forensic mental health systems who doesn't plan to go on to qualify as a forensic psychologist but who wishes to gain further academic knowledge of the theories and practice of the discipline.
Subject to having GBC accreditation, completion of this Masters course will fulfil the requirements of Stage 1 training to become a Chartered Psychologist. For non GBC candidates the qualification will not be recognised as fulfilling Stage 1 DFP training, but will apply retrospectively if GBC is obtained at a later date.
If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study this programme.
Costs
Average student cost of living in London
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of Goldsmiths, University of London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Goldsmiths, University of London in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #77
- #97
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- Psychology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #83
- #103
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- Psychology
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #18
- #126
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- Psychology
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
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- #26
- #151
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- Psychology
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #23
- #201
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- Psychology
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 19 July, 2022]
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- #37
- #394
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- Psychology
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
See all 21 university rankings of Goldsmiths, University of London
About Goldsmiths, University of London
Founded in 1891, Goldsmiths, University of London, is located in the South-Eastern area of London known as New Cross. The facilities are impressive at this university, providing students with Art, TV, and Radio studios, as well as a host of other resources aimed at optimising the experience for students on any of their courses. With Goldsmith’s exceptionally active event calendar, making new connections is easy, giving learners a way to socialise without even having to step foot off campus.
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Student composition of Goldsmiths, University of London
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Total number of students enrolled at Goldsmiths, University of London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 5445
- postgraduates:
- 2875
- Total:
- 8320
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Forensic Psychology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Forensic Psychology MSc | Royal Holloway, University of London | - | - | - | £12600 | £22800 | - | Egham | On campus Part-time | |
Forensic Psychology MSc | University of Portsmouth | - | - | - | £3470 | £6930 | - | Portsmouth | On campus Part-time | |
Criminology with Forensic Psychology MSc | Middlesex University | - | - | - | £64 | £99 | - | London | On campus Part-time | |
Forensic Psychology MSc | The University of Winchester | - | - | - | £9775 | £18300 | - | Winchester | On campus Part-time | |
Forensic Psychology MSc | Teesside University | - | - | - | £6695 | £14000 | - | Middlesbrough | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology with Forensic Psychology MA | Kingston University | - | - | - | £5423 | £8690 | - | Kingston upon Thames | On campus Part-time | |
Investigative Forensic Psychology MSc | Bournemouth University | - | - | - | £10500 | £17500 | - | Poole | On campus Part-time | |
Forensic Psychology MSc | University of Greenwich | - | - | - | £11000 | £17450 | - | London | On campus Part-time | |
Forensic Psychology MSc | Swansea University | - | - | - | £9200 £9650 | £19550 £20550 | - | Swansea | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Criminal Psychology MSc | University of Greenwich | - | - | - | £11000 | £17450 | - | London | On campus Part-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 22 March, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 19 July, 2022
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023