Psychology | Legal Psychology - Come study at Maastricht University!

Will it suit you?

You will learn how to conduct a proper investigative interview
You are interested to learn how to be a responsible expert witness in court
You want to learn how reliable, or flawed, eyewitness testimony can be

Your future

Apply psychological theory in practice, e.g. at police investigation units
Serve as an expert witness, advising police, lawyers and judges
Advise on justice policy for governments, NGOs, international organisations

Good to know

You'll obtain a Master of Science (MSc) degree.
This is a 1-year, full-time programme.
To start in September, apply before 1 May (non-EU/EEA) or 1 June (EU/EEA).

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5 Nov

Online Master's Week

1 Dec

3 Dec

Master Your Future

20 Mar

Master’s Open Day

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Problem-Based Learning

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Forenisc Psychology section

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