PSY 33200 - Forensic Psychology

The study of the production and application of psychological knowledge and research findings within the civil and criminal justice systems, including the use of psychological science to resolve legal issues.

Preparation for Course
P: PSY 12000.

Cr. 3.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. The nature of forensic psychology, including its major subfields.
2. How psychology knowledge is produced and applied within the civil and criminal justice systems to improve their functioning and quality.
3. The application of psychological science to effectively resolve specific and legal issues and questions with major areas of the law.
4. The professional and ethical responsibilities of the forensic psychologist.