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Overview
This Counselling and forensic psychology - investigating crime and therapy module from The Open University UK draws on recent theoretical debates and research to critically explore the fascinating relationship between counselling and forensic psychology.
You'll learn about media representations of crime and therapy and the role of sociocultural issues in both forensic and therapeutic work.
You'll be introduced to the most common and effective therapeutic approaches for working with offenders/victims of crime, and explore therapeutic and forensic aspects around sex and sexuality.
You'll be provided with a module textbook, and have access to the module website which includes:
- a week-by-week study planner
- audio-visual material
- online study guide
- assessment guide
- online tutorials and forums.
Programme Structure
The module is divided into five blocks and you'll study a new topic each week:- Block 1 sets the scene for the module.
- Block 2 explores ‘mad or bad’ identities.
- Block 3 explores how the issues of sex and sexuality are covered in forensic and counselling psychology.
- Block 4 looks at treatment.
- Block 5 looks at four different topics that explore areas of tension between therapy and the criminal justice system.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 8 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Psychology Criminology Clinical Psychology View 30 other Short Courses in Clinical Psychology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This is an OU level 3 module. Prior to studying this module you should have obtained the necessary study skills to study at OU level 3, either by completing relevant OU level 2 study (e.g. in a social science), but you are not expected to have any special knowledge of psychology.
Tuition Fee
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International
3736 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3736 GBP for the full programme during 8 months. -
National
3736 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3736 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.
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