Psychology applied to law, crime and justice systems. Many degrees are academic and do not themselves confer a right to practice.
How we classify forensic psychology
Orientation: Applied (no registration by itself). A program appears here only if it is a standalone degree, or an officially named major, concentration or pathway in this subject. A general psychology degree with a single elective in the subject is not listed here.
This subject is typically academic or applied. Such programs do not themselves lead to professional registration as a psychologist.
Levels covered: Bachelor's, Master's, PhD (research doctorate), Professional doctorate (PsyD, DPsych, etc.). Professional doctorates are shown separately from research PhDs.