Certificate in Forensic Psychology

The Certificate in Forensic Psychology is a 30-credit-hour undergraduate certificate at Saint Mary's University that applies psychological theory and methods to the justice system. Coursework covers topics such as police psychology, eyewitness memory, juror decision-making, the experience of crime victims, offender behaviour, criminal responsibility, and forensic risk and competency assessment. The certificate consists of two required foundational courses, at least nine credit hours chosen from advanced core options, and nine credit hours of supplementary psychology courses. It is available to students admitted to a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree at Saint Mary's, who indicate their intention to pursue the certificate on their program application; current students and alumni already enrolled in a BA or BSc can add the certificate through their academic advising office. The certificate is intended to be completed alongside a psychology-related undergraduate degree.