| Location | Term | Level | Credits (ECTS) | Current Convenor | 2019-20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury | Autumn View Timetable |
4 | 15 (7.5) | DR E Vasquez |
Pre-requisites
None.
Restrictions
None
Overview
This module will introduce students to key topics in Forensic Psychology including theories of offending, the development of offending, the rehabilitation of offenders, the criminal justice system, criminal statistics, policing, and the public's response to crime. In particular, this module will focus on (1) fundamental applications of psychology, as a science, for understanding important forensic issues, and (2) key research methods common in forensic psychological research. Throughout the module, students will be encouraged to apply contemporary psychological concepts and methods to understand the important forensic psychological issues outlined.Details
This module appears in:
Contact hours
22 hours
Method of assessment
100% Examination.
(NB: In the case of short-term exchange students whose registration ends before the summer term, the examination may be replaced by a single piece of coursework of increased length.)
Indicative reading
The module reading list can be found online at the reading list pages here : http://resourcelists.kent.ac.uk/index.html
Learning outcomes
8. The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
8.1 Understand the practical role played by contemporary forensic psychologists in society
8.2 Demonstrate a knowledge of forensic psychology as a discipline and research methods used within forensic psychology
8.3 Demonstrate awareness of the fundamental application of psychology, as a science, to understand key forensic issues
8.4 Demonstrate understanding of key concepts and sub-topics within forensic psychology and how they relate to each other (i.e. ability to synthesise core concepts within forensic psychology)
8.5 Evaluate core theories and research in forensic psychology
9. The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
9.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the variety of theoretical and methodological approaches used in psychology
9.2 Demonstrate independent learning and research skills required to support academic learning and development