Criminal Psychology

Criminal behaviour isn’t just caught on camera—it often hides in motive, memory, and mental processes. The Criminal Psychology course investigates how psychology intersects with testimony, sight, intellectual reasoning, and more. A subtle slip of memory or a twist of perception could be the difference between clarity and confusion in a legal setting.

Each module opens a new window into the mind—how we recall events, how interests and ego affect testimony, and how psychological observations contribute to deeper understanding. It’s not about drama; it’s about what the mind remembers, filters, and sometimes forgets.

Learning Outcomes

• Analyse how evidence is influenced by perception and psychology.
• Understand memory’s role in testimony and event recall.
• Examine egoism’s influence on behaviour and decision-making.
• Explore how party interests affect credibility and motivation.
• Learn the psychological importance of vision in crime contexts.
• Identify cognitive processes that shape legal testimonies.

Who is This Course For

• Psychology students exploring forensic or legal intersections.
• Legal assistants seeking insight into behavioural interpretation.
• Law enforcement professionals interested in psychological perspectives.
• Researchers studying testimony and memory interactions.
• Paralegals with a focus on case psychology insights.
• Crime writers enhancing story credibility through psychology.
• Social science educators adding legal psychology topics.
• Curious minds drawn to motives behind criminal behaviour.

Career Path

• Criminal Psychology Assistant – £30,000 average UK salary
• Legal Case Analyst – £32,000 average UK salary
• Forensic Interview Support Officer – £33,000 average UK salary
• Psychology Researcher – £31,000 average UK salary
• Legal Support Executive – £30,000 average UK salary
• Mental Health Liaison (Justice) – £34,000 average UK salary