Walden University · USA

MS in Forensic Psychology

Campus Masters Full Time

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Delivery

Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Level

Masters

Starts

October

Introduction

MS in Forensic Psychology is a Masters program taught at Walden University, USA. Intake: October. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (as few as 15 months) options.

The MS in Forensic Psychology at Walden University focuses on the intersection of criminality and psychology. Students explore biological, psychological, and social factors impacting criminal behavior, evaluate psychological approaches, and study how principles are applied in forensic settings. The curriculum includes courses such as Criminal Behavior, Abnormal Behavior, Victimology, Law Enforcement Psychology, and Community Psychology.

The program requires 48 quarter credits: a foundation course (3 cr.), core courses (25 cr.), specialization courses (15 cr.), and a capstone or field experience (5 cr.). It is delivered online. The minimum time to completion is 15 months, and completion time can vary based on individual progress and credits transferred.

Students can pursue nonclinical paths in areas such as criminal investigative analysis, terrorism, and survivor advocacy. The capstone or field experience provides insight into the criminal justice system, and students can choose between a General Program and a Self-Designed specialization.

Modules

Community Psychology
Victimology
Law Enforcement Psychology
Criminal Behavior
Abnormal Behavior

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in MS in Forensic Psychology at Walden University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

program specific academic requirment set by Walden University.
English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Walden University as pre-requiste for admission in MS in Forensic Psychology.

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