Criminal and forensic Psychology is a specialty in psychology that has become very popular as it offers many exciting, interesting and challenging career options. Using psychological concepts in law enforcement, judicial and correctional processes professionals in criminal and forensic psychology serve community fighting and preventing crimes to make society a safer place.
As the sophisticated nature of the crimes increase day by day, governments and corporate organizations around the world are making crime prevention and crime fighting also equally sophisticated. While government organizations are trying to reduce crime rates in the society corporate organizations are working to reduce fraud and cyber crimes.
From evaluating and assessing criminals, understanding and fighting radicalization and terrorism to profiling and catching sex offenders, Criminal and forensic psychologists are using their understanding of human behavior and thinking to uncover the dark side of human mind.
Diploma of Higher Education in Criminal and Forensic Psychology (DHEPCr)
This Level 5 Diploma is designed to provide students with the ground knowledge required to start their journey towards becoming a professional and criminal and forensic psychology. Program provides a thorough understanding of human behavior through core modules delivered in the first two semester and then go on to introduce the students to applications of psychology in forensic and criminal fields.
At the end of the DHEPCr, you will cover the content covered in the first two years of the Bachelor;s degree in Psychology as well as knowledge relevant to first two years of a degree in forensic and criminal psychology. Hence giving you the opportunity to select your academic and career path at the end of the second year.
You have the options of completing a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic and Criminal Psychology (Check transfer options) or completing a BSc (Hons) in Psychology with a Specialization in Criminal and forensic Psychology.
Program Structure
Qualification Title : Diploma of Higher Education in Psychology and Criminology
Qualification Level : UK RQF Level 5
Awarding Body : Colombo Institute of Research and Psychology UK
Credits : 240 UK RQF Credits
Modules : 16
Duration : 02 Years
Progression : BSc (Hons) Psychology Final Year
Transfer Options : Available
Combinations : Dual Qualifications and Double Majors
Accreditation : Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission, Sri Lanka
Module Structure
Core Psychology Modules (Each module is worth 15 UK RQF Credits)
1. Introduction to Psychology
2. Biopsychology
3. Cognitive Psychology
4. Developmental Psychology
5. Social Psychology
6. Memory
7. Personality
Forensic and Criminal Psychology Modules (Each module is worth 15 UK RQF Credits)
1. Introduction to Criminology and Forensic Science
2. Theories of Criminal Behavior and Offender Profiling
3. Psychology in Courtroom
4. Sexual Offenders
5. Criminal and Forensic Psychology Assessments (Each module is worth 15 UK RQF Credits)
Common Modules
1. Research Methods – Quantitate
2. Research Methods – Qualitative
3. Statistics 1
4. Statistics 2
Assessments are designed to ensure that the students have achieved the required learning outcomes. Students are provided opportunity to take a range of assessments that will empower students to face the various different challenges and demands of their work life upon graduation including written examinations, essays and assignments submitted online, individual and group presentations, social media projects, mini research projects.
Entry Criteria
Educational Qualifications – Standard Entry
Completed A/L (SL / Edexcel / Cambrdige / Recognized examinations body) with a minimum of 2 Passes in any Stream
or have completed a Foundation Programme awarded by a recognized College /University
Educational Qualifications – Special considerations for mature students
A professional qualification with two (02) years work experience in a relevant field
or follow the Access Diploma to Higher Education at CIRP
Language Requirement
A high level of English Proficiency is required to successfully complete this programme.
English Proficiency of the students will be assessed in the beginning of the programs and students who do not meet the expected standard will be asked to follow the English Language Proficient Program (ELPP) offered by CIRP and obtain the required level of mastery before commencing the program
Award and Certificate
DHEP qualifications awarded by CIRP and is recognized by TVEC Sri Lanka. Certificate is issued by CIRP and you are able to get the certificate attested by TVEC Sri Lanka as a registered qualification when you apply for foreign universities.
