Dr. Nigel Blackwood

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Biography

Nigel Blackwood is a Professor of Forensic Psychiatry at King's College London. He completed his undergraduate education at Cambridge and UCL, followed by training in general forensic psychiatry at Maudsley Hospital. He leads the Forensic Research Group and the Forensic Mental Health MSc programme at the university. His work includes consulting as a Forensic Psychiatrist at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. His research primarily focuses on antisocial behavior, exploring developmental origins, brain mechanisms, and treatments. Recent projects include systematic reviews on recidivism rates and the impact of oxytocin on emotional processing in children with conduct problems. Blackwood has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles that contribute to the understanding of mental disorders and criminal behavior. He continues to engage in research that informs educational and social care strategies for addressing offending trajectories and complex needs in young people.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

King's College London • London, England

Lead the Forensic Research Group and the Forensic Mental Health MSc programme.

Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist

2008-09-01 — Present

South London and Maudsley NHS Trust • London, England

Practiced forensic psychiatry within a leading mental health institution.

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.