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16 Master's degrees offered by the university

Forensic and Criminal Psychology
The exciting Forensic and Criminal Psychology degree from University of Derby is accredited with the British Psychological Society (BPS), thereby accounting for Stage 1 of the qualification for those who already hold Graduate Basis of Chartership (GBC) with the BPS

Global Affairs and Politics
Global Affairs and Politics from University of Derby blends history, politics and journalism, to help you gain a better understanding of the biggest global issues of our time, such as climate change, gender equality and racism. It’s for curious and ambitious graduates from any field, who want to help find imaginative new solutions to these problems.

Psychology (Online)
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), the online Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology (Online) course at University of Derby is ideally suited to anyone who is looking pursue a career in psychology, bringing you one step closer to becoming a Chartered Psychologist.

Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy
This Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy course from University of Derby is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), so you can be sure it’s relevant and recognised within the psychotherapeutic and health care profession.

Social Sciences and Humanities
Develop your potential and profile as a successful researcher on this innovative Social Sciences and Humanities course from University of Derby. It enables you to undertake original research and push the boundaries of knowledge in your specialist area of choice.

Health Psychology
This Health Psychology Masters degree at University of Derby will help you to make a real difference to people's lives whether you pursue a career as a Registered Health Psychologist or in health roles within the NHS, public, private and charity sectors such as public health or behavioural science.

Education (Leadership and Management) (Online)
If your career involves educating other people and you'd like to improve your professional expertise or progress into a more senior role, our Education (Leadership and Management) (Online) degree at University of Derby is designed to help you.

Criminal Investigation
Advance your investigative career in law enforcement, finance, health and safety, social services and many other sectors with this Criminal Investigation programme from University of Derby.

Criminal Justice and Criminology
This Criminal Justice and Criminology course from University of Derby aims to develop and sustain a high performing, efficient and effective criminal and community justice system which both benefits victims and rehabilitates those who offend.

Forensic Psychology
This MSc Forensic Psychology degree from University of Derby is accredited with the British Psychological Society (BPS), thereby accounting for Stage 1 of the qualification for those who already hold Graduate Basis of Chartership (GBC) with the BPS

Intelligence, Security and Disaster Management
Our Intelligence, Security and Disaster Management degree from University of Derby has been carefully designed to improve your knowledge and understanding of key aspects of Intelligence, Security and Disaster Management.

Art Therapy
The Art Therapy course from University of Derby reinforces the centrality of the image and the role of the imagination in the practice of art therapy. It will give you experience of clinical art therapy practice under supervision, as well as experience of group work, studio practice and a critical understanding of current theoretical ideas.

Police Leadership, Strategy and Organisation
The Police Leadership, Strategy and Organisation programme from University of Derby aims to meet the professional development of current and future leaders as well as providing a provision for individuals with high potential and capacity to shape the future of the profession.

Psychology
If you want to become a researcher in psychology, skilled in delivering evidence-based research, this Psychology course from University of Derby is for you. It differs from more traditional taught masters programmes – such as an MSc – because of its focus on enhancing research methods and skills.

Psychology (Online)
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), our online MSc Psychology (Online) course at University of Derby is ideally suited to anyone who is looking to take the next step and pursue a career in psychology, bringing you one step closer to becoming a chartered psychologist

Dance Movement Psychotherapy
This Dance Movement Psychotherapy course from University of Derby is accredited by the Association for Dance Movement Psychotherapy UK so you can be confident that you’ll be learning the most up to date thinking on Dance Movement Psychotherapy.