IGNOU BPCE-142 Assignment 2026-27
Forensic Psychology
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 28 Oct 2026, 04:23 am.
| Course code | BPCE-142 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Forensic Psychology |
| Programme | Bachelor of ArtsBAPCH, BAFPC, MAPC |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | Asst /TMA /July 2026- January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 - January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the BPCE-142 assignment
The BPCE-142 assignment covers personality assessment in forensic settings, psychological explanations of crime, offending risk factors and eyewitness assessment. It also examines forensic psychology in policymaking, crime categories, police stress and the research role of forensic psychologists.
The tutor-marked work has three compulsory assignments containing 10 questions worth 100 marks. Assignment I has two 20-mark questions requiring about 500 words each. Assignment II has three 10-mark questions requiring about 250 words each. Assignment III has five 6-mark questions requiring about 100 words each. Assignments contribute 30% to the course result.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain personality testing and its forensic applications, including commonly used personality assessment scales. |
| Q2 | 20 | Discuss psychological theories used to understand criminal behaviour. |
| Q3 | 10 | Describe factors that increase the risk of offending behaviour. |
| Q4 | 10 | Describe the use of polygraph testing in eyewitness assessment. |
| Q5 | 10 | Discuss how forensic psychology contributes to policy development and decision-making. |
| Q6 | 6 | Give a short account of different categories of crime. |
| Q7 | 6 | Write a short note on an amicus curiae brief. |
| Q8 | 6 | Write a short note on stress experienced by police personnel. |
| Q9 | 6 | Outline the research role of a forensic psychologist. |
| Q10 | 6 | Write a short account of heinous crimes. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Complete all three assignments and answer every question, following the approximate word limits of 500, 250 and 100 words for Assignments I, II and III respectively.
- Write answers by hand in your own words; typed or printed answers are not allowed, and copying can result in zero marks for the affected question.
- Use A4 paper, leave a 4 cm left margin and space between answers, and tie the pages securely. Blank pages may be used for tables, with tables and graphs drawn in pencil.
- Include a title page with your name, enrolment number, email address, Regional Centre, Study Centre, programme title and code, and course title and code.
- Attach a copy of the TMA to the completed assignment before submission.
- Submit only to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre. If a centre change is pending, continue submitting to the original centre until the university notifies the change.
- Submit within the prescribed deadline to be eligible for the term-end examination; obtain and retain a submission receipt and keep a photocopy of your work.
- Plan answers using the relevant study units, organise them logically, and present them neatly with suitable introductions and conclusions for descriptive answers.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2027 (December term-end exam). Dates can differ by session; these dates follow the current listing rather than the conflicting September year in the PDF.
Frequently asked questions
What are the submission deadlines for the BPCE-142 assignment?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session; the listing takes precedence over the conflicting September year printed in the PDF.
How many questions must I answer in BPCE-142?
All 10 questions across the three assignments are compulsory: two in Assignment I, three in Assignment II and five in Assignment III.
What are the marks and word limits for each assignment?
Assignment I carries 40 marks, with about 500 words per answer. Assignment II carries 30 marks, with about 250 words per answer. Assignment III carries 30 marks, with about 100 words per answer.
Can I submit typed BPCE-142 assignment answers?
No. The PDF requires answers in your own handwriting and your own words, rather than typed or printed responses.
Where should I submit the completed assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre. Keep a photocopy and retain the submission receipt. If you have requested a centre change, use the original centre until the university notifies the change.
What is the weightage of the BPCE-142 assignment?
The assignment is marked out of 100 and contributes 30% to the final course result; the term-end examination contributes 70%.
Other IGNOU BAPCH assignments
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