MA Criminology

Entry requirements

You should have an honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or equivalent with appropriate criminology or legal content.

Applicants with relevant experience or training, normally from within the work environment will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Find out more about our processes for recognising previous experience.

Months of entry

February, September

Course content

Your Masters in Criminology degree combines academic rigour with the development of the skills you will need to pursue your career.

The core elements of the course cover theory, methods of research and contemporary issues in criminal justice, while a range of optional modules enables you to focus on areas which specifically interest you.

The course structure will also help you to strengthen transferable skills that are useful to a range of potential employers such as:

• research
• communication
• analysis
• creative problem-solving.

You will be taught through a variety of teaching methods with a focus placed on active learning through participation. Additionally, our academic staff will use their current research and practical experience to inform your studies and support your development.

As you progress through the course, you will develop comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current issues. This will help you to reflect on your own development as a specialist in your chosen area.

Once you complete the course, you should be in a strong position to seek employment with a wide range of relevant organisations and build a satisfying career.

Information for international students

You need to meet our English language requirement of 6.5 overall score for IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements. Find out more about our English Language courses.

We offer scholarships for international students, including International Ambassador Scholarships worth up to £5000. Find our more about the scholarship.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

Fees and funding

We offer scholarships for international students, including International Ambassador Scholarships worth up to £5000. Find our more about the scholarship.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.