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University of Bonn

Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Master of Science in Legal Psychology with Specialization in Criminal Psychology (Psychology in Prisons and Forensic Hospitals)

Original title: Legal Psychology with a specialization in Criminal Psychology (Psychology in Prisons and Forensic Hospitals)

German6 semestersTuition FeeNorth Rhine-Westphalia

Master’s program preparing psychologists for professional roles in criminal psychology within prisons and forensic hospitals, emphasizing applied psychology in legal contexts.

Overview

Why this program?

On Campus
Medicine & Health
Specialization in prisons and forensic hospitals
Practical legal psychology focus
Continuing education format
Master of Science in Legal Psychology with Specialization in Criminal Psychology (Psychology in Prisons and Forensic Hospitals)

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Practicing psychologists aiming at forensic careers.

Career outcomes

  • Forensic psychologist
  • Prison psychologist
  • Criminal behavior analyst
  • Legal consultant

Skills you will learn

  • Criminal psychology
  • Forensic assessment
  • Psychological evaluation
  • Applied legal psychology

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsUniversity degree with at least 180 ECTS credits; German proficiency DSH level 3 / CEFR C2; Minimum grade 2.5 or equivalent; At least one year relevant work experience
DeadlineVaries by semester
LanguageGerman
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionTuition Fee
Fees€5,000 per year
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Forensic psychologist
Prison psychologist
Criminal behavior analyst
Legal consultant

University

University of Bonn

University of Bonn is located in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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