Forensic Psychology

Course Code PSYEL7646

Semester Fall 2024
Cr. Hrs. 3
Section (s) MSCP-A

Instructor Contact Information

Instructor Dr. Nazish Idrees Chaudhary
Email Nazish.idrees@lsbs.uol.edu.pk
Cell No. 03224578326
Zoom ID Nazish.idrees@lsbs.uol.edu.pk
Office FAHS- G14
i) Teacher will be available during the office hours for student consultation as per following schedule:
Wednesday: 9:30 am-3:30 pm,
Student
Thursday: 10:00 am to 01:30 pm
Consultation
Friday: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Hours
ii) Moreover, student can take online appointment with the teacher via Zoom for consultation.

Class Details (subject to change)

Class Class
Section Class Title Days & Times Class Dates
Type Room Location
Saturday Room No. 310, 3rd Floor, Sep 23, 2024 -
Section MSCP-A Lecture Forensic Psychology
12:00 PM-03:00 PM EE-II Building Jan 10, 2025

i) Please use email rather than telephone voice mail for messages.
ii) Please keep emails short and focused and use a clear subject line beginning with "COMP 110
Question".
Communication
iii) Instructor will generally respond within 24 hours (during the academic days).
with Instructor
iv) Always include your name, course, and UOL email address in your messages to instructor.
If you send an email from some address other than uol email address like mr@abcd.com;
instructor would not be able to recognize that you are a student of University.

Pre-Requisites (Note: Instructor should define it in coordination with HOD/Faculty Committee)

Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisite: N/A

Medium of Instruction

Instructor will deliver class lectures, conduct discussions and engage in all academic activities exclusively in
Medium of
English. Moreover, the students are required to use English as mode of communication for classroom
Instruction
discussions, group discussions, Vivas/presentations, group projects etc.

Course Material Availability on SLATE/LMS:

SLATE/LMS I will use LMS/Slate to keep in touch with my classes. In-class discussion problems, homework solutions
and supplemental materials, and scores for exams, attendance, and assignments will be posted to LMS/SAP.
 You should be certain that you are able to log in to LMS/SAP, and that you check the class page on LMS
and your University email account regularly.

Course material is available on LMS: https://slate.uol.edu.pk/login/index.php

Grades will be posted on LMS/SAP: https://slate.uol.edu.pk/login/index.php

Required Text

 Khader, M. (2019). Crime and behaviour: An introduction to criminal and

Textbook 1
forensic psychology. World Scientific.
 Howitt, D. (2018). Introduction to forensic and Criminal Psychology.
Textbook 2
Pearson Education Limited.
 Evans III, B., & Hass, G. A. (2018). Forensic psychological assessment in
Textbook 3 immigration court: A guidebook for evidence-based and ethical practice.
Routledge.
Textbook 4  Gavin, H. (2018). Criminological and Forensic Psychology. Sage.
Other  Google Drive (will add later)
Material

Software/ Other Tools/Resources

Might be added more later if needed
Opt https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://
iona ajustfuture.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/
l handbook_to_forensic_psychology.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwib3vHmvcyIAxV0UaQEHWob
CaMQFnoECAkQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2UxyNbs88JqzWndn94V2N2

Goals: (Note: Instructor should define it in coordination with HOD/Faculty Committee)

Sr.
Goals
No
To understand the role of forensic psychologist and how psychology is integrated
1 into various aspects of the legal system, including criminal investigations, court
proceedings, and correctional settings.
To analyze ethical guidelines of forensic psychologists’ encounter, including
2 issues related to confidentiality, informed consent, and the role of the expert
witness.
3 To comprehend theories regarding criminal behaviours.
4 To perform psychological autopsies and criminal profiling.
5 To learn to assess offenders and perform risk assessment for recidivism.

Course Objectives: (Note: Instructor should define it in coordination with HOD/Faculty Committee)
 Sr.
Objectives
No
1  To apply psychological principles to critically analyse and evaluate legal cases,
providing insights into the behaviour and mental state of individuals involved.
2  To possess the skills to conduct various forensic assessments, including
evaluations of criminal responsibility, risk assessments, and competency to stand
trial evaluations.
3  To demonstrate an understanding of the ethical and legal challenges that arise in
forensic psychology practice, and they will be able to make ethically sound
decisions in complex situations.
4  To develop and implement interventions tailored to the unique needs of
individuals in forensic settings, contributing to rehabilitation, victim support, and
the overall functioning of the legal system.
5  To describe the types of forensic evaluations conducted in criminal and civil
cases.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS (Subject to Change)

(Note: Instructor should define it in coordination with HOD/Faculty Committee)

A. Class Attendance:
You are expected to attend class and participate by asking questions, answering questions and contributing to topical
discussions. You are expected to arrive prior to the beginning of class. Class members will be randomly selected to answer
questions and/or help with the solution of exercises.
If you do miss a class, it is your responsibility to ensure that you understand the material covered and the announcements made
in the class you missed. You may not use office hours to have the professor explain the material if you missed the class when it
was discussed.
B. Class Participation:
The following factors will be considered in evaluating class participation:
(1) Attend class sessions and contribute to a positive learning environment,
(2) Ask thoughtful questions,
(3) Participate in discussion,
(4) Prepare for reading and assignments conscientiously.

A positive learning environment results when you demonstrate respect for other students and the instructor, are courteous and
attentive, assist others in learning, attend class regularly, and arrive in class on time.

C. Homework/Assignment:
Doing the homework is essential for success in this course. Throughout the semester, at least 4 Homework/Assignments (5
marks/points each) , 2 before Mid-Term and 2 after Mid-Term will be given.
Homework/Assignment assigned will be discussed in class when time permits; but you may not understand it completely unless
you have already attempted the work. Programming is a discipline that cannot be learned merely by watching; it is learned only
by doing. By attempting each homework problem prior to the class discussion, you can maximize your learning experience and
will be able to ask appropriate questions and identify areas where you need help. Accordingly, homework should be done as
instructed before coming to each class.
Incomplete work (or cheating on an assignment) cannot be accepted. Late homework cannot be accepted (as the solution
will be posted right after the collection of the assigned homework).
D. Quizzes
Throughout the semester, at least 4 quizzes (5 marks/points each), 2 before Mid-Term and 2 after Mid-Term will be given in
class on material covered in the previous week(s) to ensure that you are keeping current. There are no make-up quizzes. If you
are not in class on the day of a quiz, you will receive a zero.
E. Exams:
There will be two (2) exams for the semester. All exams are “closed book.” Students will not be given any extended time if
arriving late on that day.

Exams will be a combination of objective questions (e.g., multiple choices, short answer) and numerical problems. To receive
credit for numerical answers, adequate supporting computations (and also explanations if necessary) must be provided.
No makeup exam will be given, and the exam will not be administered on any other day!
EVALUATION & GRADING:
(Note: Teacher should modify it as per University/Department Policy in Consultation with HOD/Faculty Committee)

The course grades will be determined by the following:

Components Marks Weight

Mid-Term 100 25%
Final-Exam 100 50 %
Quizzes (4*5 points) 20 10%
Homework/Assignment (4*5 points) 20 10%
Attendance 10 5%
Total 100%

Your Responsibilities

Sr.
No Major Responsibilities
.
1 Arrive on time and do not leave before the end of the class period.
Refrain from causing other distractions (ringing cell phones, talking while others have the floor, etc.). Disruptive
2
students will be asked to leave the class
3 Treat everyone with respect
Be responsible for all assigned materials plus everything covered in class. If you missed classes, decide with
4
another student to collect handouts and to update you on classes you missed

ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT

Academic dishonesty, which includes cheating, fabrication, facilitation of academic dishonesty, and plagiarism, is a serious
academic offense. A grade of "F" shall be assigned to any student who engages in academic dishonesty in this class, and formal
disciplinary action shall be taken. (Plagiarism in any assignment or cheating in the examinations will result in a grade of F in the
entire course).

THIS SYLLABUS CONSTITUTES A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE STUDENT AND THE FACULTY OF IT (FIT). THE TERMS
AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN THIS CONTRACT ARE DEEMED TO BE ACCEPTED BY EACH STUDENT WHO
REMAINS IN THIS COURSE AFTER THE OFFICIAL DROP DATE.
Homework/Assignment and Quiz Details (subject to change)

Home Work (HW)/Assignment Quiz

Submission of Solution
Homework/ HW/Assignment Solution Posting of Result Result
Week Quiz Week Quiz by Posting of Quiz
Assignment Submission by HW/Assignment By Submission Submission
No (on LMS) No Student on by Teacher on
(on LMS) Student on LMS Teacher on LMS Date date
LMS LMS
Home Work 1 Within the Quiz 1 Week Within the Immediately Within
Immediately after the
Week Timeline Within 3-4 Timeline after the quiz 7days
assignment
2-3 Assigned by 7days Assigned by submission
submission dead line
Teacher Teacher deadline
Home Work 2 Week Within Quiz 2 Week Within
Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above
5-6 7days 6-7 7days
Home Work 3 Week Within Quiz 3 Week Within
Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above
10-11 7days 11-12 7days
Home Work 4 Week Within Quiz 4 Week Within
Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above
12-13 7days 13-14 7days
Reading
Every Week
Assignments

Note : This is the minimum number of Home Work/Assignments and Quizzes . The instructor should encourage to add more Home Work/Assignments and Quizzes.

Submitting Work:
1. Most assignments will be submitted electronically via Slate/LMS.
2. Please do not email submissions until and unless necessary due some justified reason.

Course Contents and Tentative Class Schedule Table-I (subject to change)

Chapter
Exam/Quiz/Assignment
No/
Research
Week
No Dates Topics Book Name Paper Timeline for
For Category Result
Submission
Discussio
n
1 28-09-2024 Introduction to Forensic Psychology The Handbook of Compar NA NA
Scope Forensic ison of
Difference between criminal, forensic and Psychology
correctional psychologist
offende
Ethics and Ethical Practice/Dilemmas rs in
forensic
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psychiat
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treatme
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prison
in
German
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science/
article/
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Exam/Quiz/Assignment
Week No/
No Dates Topics Book Name 2719300
Research
Paper
445
For

Find a
Types of forensics and associated discussi
psychology of victims on paper
2 05-10-2024 Same as above in NA NA
Child/juvenile
google
Civil forensics drive
folder

Find a
discussi
on paper
3 12-10-2024 Alternatives to Incarceration Same as above in NA NA
google
drive
folder

Find a
discussi
on paper
Quiz and
4 19-10-2024 Theoretical Frameworks in the subject Same as above in Presentation
ASAP
google
drive
folder

Find a
discussi
on paper
5 26-10-2024 Psychopathology and Crime Same as above in NA NA
google
drive
folder
 Exam/Quiz/Assignment

Chapter
Find a
No/
discussi
Research
Week
Dates Topics Book Name onPaper
paper
No
6 02-11-2024 Will be updated Same as above in
For Guest Lecture
Discussio
google
n
drive
folder

7 09-11-2024 Mental Health and Other Topics Review Same as above Qualitati NA NA
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of drum
circles
and its
impact
on jail
inmates
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Week Exam/Quiz/Assignment
No Dates Topics Book Name No/
mt41
Research
Paper

Find a
discussi
on paper
Interrogative interviews and Eye- Quiz and
8 16-11-2024 Same as above in Assignment
ASAP
Witness Testimony
google
drive
folder

23-11-2024 Within
9 Mid Term Exam Week Midterm
5 Days

Find a
discussi
on paper
10 30-11-2024 Criminal Profiling Same as above in NA NA
google
drive
folder

Find a
discussi
on paper
11 07-12-2024 Assessment Tools Same as above in NA NA
google
drive
folder

Find a
discussi
on paper
Quiz and
12 14-12-2024 Risk Assessment Same as above in Assignment
ASAP
google
drive
folder
 Exam/Quiz/Assignment

Chapter
Find a
No/
discussi
Research
Week
Dates Topics Book Name onPaper
paper
No
13 21-12-2024 Cross Cultural Practices Same as above in
For NA NA
Discussio
google
n
drive
folder

14 28-12-2024 Psychotherapy in Forensic Settings Same as above NA NA

Quiz and
15 04-01-2025 Review Same as above NA
Presentation

16 11-01-2025 Final Exam Week Within

Final Term
17 Onwards Final Exam Week 3 Days