Applied Criminology

Entry requirements

An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Criminology, Law, or a relevant subject.

Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered.

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Further information about entry

If there is no degree relevant, a professional qualification and experience in the field of criminal justice may be considered, and you may be invited to interview to discuss this.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This master's degree equips you with a deep understanding of how criminological theory, concepts and methods can be applied and understood in the context of criminal justice practice.

The MA in Applied Criminology offers students a practical, contemporary and critically engaged programme of study that draws on the extensive practice experience and applied research specialisms of the criminology teaching team. This master's degree equips you with a deep understanding of the criminal justice system and its partnered agencies, as well as practical knowledge of the organisational and structural aspects of the wider sector. This master's will be particularly useful for those seeking professional development and higher responsibility roles in; probation, prisons, rehabilitation, policing, youth justice, violence reduction, social justice and third sector services.

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Information for international students

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Fees and funding

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