PSYC333 INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code: |
3710333 |
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): |
3(3-0) |
ECTS Credit: |
6.0 |
Department: |
Psychology |
Language of Instruction: |
English |
Level of Study: |
Undergraduate |
Course Coordinator: |
Assist.Prof.Dr JACQUELINE MASSA |
Offered Semester: |
Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Content
The course provides an introduction to the field of forensic psychology through examination of the relationship between psychology and the legal system. The course will address the nature of forensic psychology, ethical issues, criminal causality, offender responsibility, and discrimination issues.