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Special Topic
PSYC441: Special Topic: Forensic Psychology This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of forensic psychology, including the potential role of Psychology graduates in the criminal justice system. There will be a particular emphasis on the contribution that psychological inquiry and practice can make in efforts to:• Understand the causes of antisocial behavior, including developmental processes• Develop and evaluate effective psychological interventions for antisocial behaviour• Predict who is likely to reoffend• Detect and investigate crime• Understand the “process” or “cycle” of offending in the lives of repeat offenders
Demonstrate a deep understanding of modern psychological theories about the aetiology of offending, both in general and for specific types of offending, and from different worldviews.Demonstrate a deep understanding of psychological and cultural factors and processes that impact on criminal investigations and trials.Identify benefits and limitations of different approaches and models for offending prevention and rehabilitation, including kaupapa Māori models of prevention and rehabilitation.Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that influence the appropriate collection and use of forensic-related data in research and practice, and the moral and cultural considerations involving the use of such data.Use their understanding of forensic psychology research methods to critique forensic psychology literature.
Jacinta Cording
Bonta, James , Andrews, D. A., Andrews, D. A; The psychology of criminal conduct ; Sixth edition; Routledge, 2016.
Howitt, Dennis; Introduction to forensic and criminal psychology ; 6th Edition; Pearson, 2018.
Domestic fee $1,033.00
International Postgraduate fees
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing .