Bachelor of Science in Applied Forensic Psychology

St. Francis Xavier University

Canada,Nova Scotia

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 24,461/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

Canada, Nova Scotia

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1853

Total Students: 4,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Antigonish, NS B2G 2W5, Canada

Bachelor of Science in Applied Forensic Psychology

Program Overview

As a student of Applied Forensic Psychology, you’ll learn how psychology research and practice applies to a criminal and social justice context. AFP captures the integration of clinical psychology as an applied professional discipline (mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation) and forensic psychology as an experimental discipline.

To apply your understanding of academic concepts and theories, you’ll participate in classroom-based skills training (basic counselling and interviewing skills, ethics and boundaries), field trips to relevant settings (e.g., courts, correctional facilities), and practicum placements in the community.

Forensic Psychology examines topics at the interface of psychology and the law. These topics include: eyewitness testimony, jury selection, deception detection, criminal law, police stress, forensic risk assessment, criminal behaviour, and types of offenders (e.g., sexual offenders, psychopaths, murderers).

Why Study Applied Forensic Psychology At StFX?
Applied Forensic Psychology at StFX is the only undergraduate program of its kind in Canada! The program is well suited for students with an interest in careers in social, correctional, and legal fields, such as clinical or counselling psychologist, social worker, police or correctional officer, lawyer, crime analyst, victim advocate, journalist, etc. Because many of these career options require additional education beyond an undergraduate degree, the AFP program is designed to enhance students’ success for being accepted into programs that will move them toward their desired goal.

Applied Forensic Psychology will also help you become attuned to the ways in which the social, legal, and correctional systems affect one another while helping you develop the skills to navigate complex human experiences and conditions. With a degree in Applied Forensic Psychology you’ll not only understand how these systems work, but you’ll be equipped to contribute to their workings in a meaningful and positive way.

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 Tuition Fee: CAD 24,461

 Application Fee: CAD 100

English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO 

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