Frequently Answered Questions

A response to commonly asked questions:
by Professor David Canter.

Please note: we have not set a closing date for applications to the MSc in Investigative Psychology. We do process applications on a first come first served basis and have usually filled all our places by the end of May. So the sooner you can get your application back to us the greater the chance of finding a place. We invite people to come and see us and learn about the course once they have passed the initial paper sift based on the application form. Acknowledgement of receipt cards are usually sent out by the UKRSO Office upon receipt of your application.

Origins, Advances & Developments

How Does the MSc in IP fit in with the other activity at the Centre for Investigative Psychology?

University Staff who contribute to CIP

What is the relationship between CIP and investigative services?

How many people are likely to be on the course?

What are the main areas of research?

What is the normal working week like?

What formats are used for teaching?

What material assistance can I expect when I turn up?

What is Liverpool like as a city?

Is there any financial assistance for completing my MSc in IP?

What are your criteria for selection?

Will I be able to profile crimes by the end of the course?

So if its not mainly about profiling what is it about?

Will I be able to contribute to criminal inquiries?

What is the overall theoretical approach involved in IP?

After I have applied, what happens next?

What happens at interview?

What might increase my chances of successful application?

How does the IP Course compare to other forensic courses?

Are there any other courses that I might attend?

Are there PhD opportunities?

What are my chances of finding employment after the MSc?

How does Official Accreditation and Recognition of the MSc in Investigative Psychology operate?

Why are there two titles for the course?

I'm still doing my 'A' Levels. What do I need to consider?

I'm a police officer / probation officer / prison officer. Will it be difficult for me to gain access to the course if I have had little recent academic training?

What is 'Forensic Psychology'?

Will I be accepted on the course with a degree other than Psychology?

Is the course recognised outside of the United Kingdom?

Do I need police experience to be considered for the course?


Archived 'FAQ'

The MSc in Investigative Psychology
Studying for the MSc at Liverpool
Applications for the MSc
Research and other postgrad experience
Short courses
PhD - full-time & part-time
Job possibilities
Official accreditation & recognition of the MSc
Becoming a chartered psychologist
Starting on the education path
What is forensic psychology?