Legal Psychology Program at FIU
Florida International University's Department of Psychology emerged as home to one of the premier programs in the nation for the study of legal psychology. Our faculty come from diverse backgrounds in research training, areas of interest and practical experience. Together they have created a Legal Psychology doctoral program that provides students with a solid foundation in
the traditional, current and emerging trends in the field.
The Department of Psychology offers a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Psychology with an emphasis on Legal Psychology. Students complete a series of courses designed to provide a thorough understanding of psychological theory and methodology as well as applied and basic research in psychology. Graduates of the program are required to demonstrate mastery of legal psychology, statistics and methodology, and a traditional area of psychological study
(e.g., cognitive, social). Students also obtain significant field experience in the legal system by participating in applied research, assisting trial consultants, and through other formal training experiences. Students are expected to maintain full-time status in the program by taking at least 9 credits during both Fall and Spring semesters.
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