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
