Arizona State University New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences 8 courses 33 total credits
In the Master of Science program in forensic psychology, you gain a strong foundation in psychological theory and research as well as legal decision-making and criminological theory, and you develop a basic understanding of forensic assessment. You grow an understanding of mental health issues and human behavior with respect to crime and the criminal justice and legal systems. The program curriculum involves specialized coursework in criminal law, criminal behavior, the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, and legal decision-making. You learn about the various roles psychologists play in the legal system, helping you discover roles you might wish to pursue through careers in mental health or criminal justice, or through additional graduate training. The program does not make you license-eligible for clinical practice, but you will be well prepared to pursue advanced degrees and continuing education programs in counseling and related fields.
| Required Core | 15 credits |
| Electives | 12 credits |
| Statistics and Methods | 3 credits |
| Criminal Justice System Courses | 3 credits |
| Total Credits | 33 credits |
Required Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 544 | Advanced Psychology of Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| PSY 545 | Advanced Legal Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 546 | Advanced Forensic Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 547 | Advanced Correctional Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 573 | Psychopathology | 3 |
| Total Required Core | 15 credits | |
Electives
Statistics and Methods
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 514 | Fundamentals of Forensic Psychology Research | 3 |
| Total Statistics and Methods | 3 credits | |
Criminal Justice System Courses
Choose one of the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CRJ 501 | Seminar in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRJ 513 | Seminar in Courts and Sentencing | 3 |
| Total Criminal Justice System Courses | 3 credits | |
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