Accredited by the British Psychological Society and designed for graduates with a psychology degree, the MSc Forensic Psychology degree from GCU is your next step towards chartered status and membership in the Division of Forensic Psychology. The parallel MSc Psychology in Forensic Settings offers professionals from different, related backgrounds the opportunity to undertake training across the same subject areas, but it does not lead to an externally accredited psychology qualification. This degree draws on expertise within academia and GCU's strong link with active practitioners to give you thorough and relevant training in the field including instruction in the psychological, forensic, criminal and legal issues that will inform and influence your future career. Youll learn to adopt an independent, analytical and evaluative approach to forensic psychology and become a part of our thriving and diverse academic community. Here, youll be encouraged to build a future that truly serves the common good, whether youre helping detect and treat offenders or advising on staff and services development across a wide range of fields.<br><br>GCU is known for world-class education, with a global reputation and top 5% ranking that will help you compete for a variety of positions in the field of forensic psychology. You might choose a role in the public sector working in the courts, law enforcement and prisons, hospitals or mental health and social work, pursue a speciality in a commercial setting or continue your academic career.