Undergraduate Programs

Concentration in Forensic Psychology

Forensic psychologists apply psychological principles to legal issues. Their expertise is often essential within the judicial system. They can, for example, help a judge decide which parent should have custody of a child or evaluate a defendant’s mental competence to stand trial. Forensic psychologists also conduct research on jury behavior or eyewitness testimony. Some forensic psychologists are trained in both psychology and the law.

Course Work

Required courses:  
PSYC 4800 Law and Psychology
PSYC 4560 Forensic Psychology
Plus two of the following:
PSYC 3450 Social Psychology
PSYC 4440 Abnormal Psychology
 OR Criminal Justice course(s) approved by student’s advisor

For questions, contact Dr. Robert Woody