About this Course

Program Introduction

Forensic Psychology involves applying psychology to the field of criminal investigation and law. It involves criminal profiling, narrowing down the suspect list, assessment and treatment of criminal behavior.

Careers involved working in Securities Industry, Law Firms, Rehabilitation & Correction Centers, Investigations, Community Services, Social Services, Counselors and Schools. 

Structure and Duration

8 Modules

Minimum 12 months, Part-time

2 evenings per week, 6:45pm – 9:15pm 

Assessment Methods

The following types of direct assessment methods are used as evaluation tools for each module:

Assignments (60%)

Mid-term Exam (20%)

Final Exam (20%)

Assignments may consist of Multiple choice, True/False, Short answer questions and written assignment such as essays, Case Studies, Critical Reviews and Research Papers. 

Delivery Method

Classroom based. 

Graduation Requirements

Achieve a minimum 24 credits and earn at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0.

Program Subjects

Students must complete 8 subjects which include the 3 Compulsory subjects and choose 5 subjects from the list of Electives.

Eligibility

Minimum 16 years oldCompleted ’O’ Level or ITE CertificateStudent with ‘N’ Level is required to complete the ‘Certificate in Writing & Communication’ with minimum Grade ‘D’.

Modules

• Freshman Composition 1
  
• Introduction to Sociology
  
• General Psychology
  
• Forensic Evidence
  
• Criminal Justice
  
• Abnormal Psychology
  
• Theories of Criminal Behavior
  
• Victimology
  
• Deviance & Social Control
  
• Theories of Crime Analysis
  
• Terrorism
  
• One Elective in any area of discipline
  

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