2023-2024 General Catalog

PSY 3103 Introduction to Forensic Psychology

This course is designed as an introductory-level course in forensic psychology. We will examine the relationship between psychology and the legal system. Emphasis will be given to specific psychological evaluations conducted for the criminal court, contemporary roles of forensic psychology, crime from the perpetrator perspectives, victim and community perspectives. Multiple psychological domains will be covered including developmental, behavioral, cognitive, biological, and social aspects.

Credits

3