Psychology and Law

3 credits · Undergraduate Programs

Consideration of the contributions of psychological theory and research to the understanding of crime investigation, courtroom dynamics, and the legal system. Specific topics may include eyewitness testimony, police practices, judge and jury decision making, lie detection and confessions, and expert testimony. Topics will be discussed from the perspectives of social and cognitive psychology. Prerequisite(s): Psychology 300, 301 and admission to the Psychology major or Honours program. Antirequisite(s): Credit for more than 30 units (Majors) or 36 units (Honours) of Psychology at the 400 or 500 level will not be allowed.