Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Catalog description

This course will provide a broad perspective of the field of forensic psychology. Forensic psychologists apply the methods and theories of psychology to the legal system. This course will cover the role that psychology has played in the legal system from issues of morality, and theories of crime, to eyewitness testimony, the evaluation of criminal suspects, and jury selection. Through lecture and class discussion you should gain an appreciation for the breadth of this field. With the interview, you will also be given the opportunity to focus on a particular area of interest.