Master of Arts [M.A] (Forensic and Legal Psychology)
Field of Study:
$34,080 /Yr
The eleven-course core sequence of the programme offered by the provides students with the breadth and depth of knowledge and competencies needed to be an effective forensically/legally-informed researcher.
Students work with faculty to design and implement studies addressing empirical questions in clinical/forensic or legal psychology. Students are trained in research design, statistical analysis, as well as clinical assessment and psychological testing. Research practicums or directed research are required as well as a comprehensive thesis.
The M.A. in Forensic and Legal Psychology seeks to:
- Prepare graduate students for further academic training at the doctoral level in applied, clinical, experimental, or legal psychology
- Provide students with training in research design, statistical analysis, and forensic assessment
- Provide students with directed research and research practicum experiences that will promote and develop professional skills in forensic and legal psychology
- Provide students with the requisite skills to design and analyze quality research projects.
Careers
Graduates of the program typically pursue study at the doctoral level, most commonly in Ph.D. programs. While many choose to apply to clinical programs, many have also pursued study in applied, developmental, legal, or social psychology, among others. Students who wish to further their studies in forensic or legal psychology select programs with defined research opportunities in these areas.
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Scholarship Deadline For 2025 Intake | Feb 1, 2025 |
General Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | Feb 15, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $34080 |
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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1st Formations Business Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 636/Yr$636 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Gyandhan Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,207/Yr$1,207 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
The Kay-Grant Group Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
Liberty University Scholarships: | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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