Applied Criminology

Entry requirements

A related undergraduate degree (first or second-class Honours) is desirable but not essential as the second semester of the full-time MSc is devoted to developing students dissertation within a criminal justice environment. We also encourage applicants with significant professional experience in the area of study. This course is ideal for those with an interest in pursuing a criminal justice career in policing, probation, prison work or similar.

Months of entry

September

Course content

• Research cutting-edge methods and techniques
• Opportunity to gain experience in a work placement
• Prepare for a career in policing, forensic psychology or security

Can you eliminate the impossible to find the truth, however improbable? Whether you’re pursuing a career as a consulting detective or a more conventional route into the world of criminology, Applied Criminology at Winchester equips you with the skills and knowledge to enter your chosen profession.

Explore the fascinating and complex world of crime, deviance, security and insecurity as they relate to careers in crime prevention, detection and security. Develop your understanding of criminological concepts and methods and how they’re used in professional contexts, with opportunities to gain direct experience through a work placement or internship. Complete advanced training in criminological research methods relevant to applied settings, in keeping with our ethos of active and engaged learning.

In core modules including Applied Criminology and Applied Criminological Research you consider and discuss the impact of criminology on a range of professions – which can be as wide-ranging as counter-terrorism, criminal and social justice issues, and global security. Optional modules such as Foundations of Forensic Psychology Practice, Cybercrime and Cybersecurity, and The Criminal Justice System and the Legal Framework provide you with opportunities to develop your particular specialist interests. You complete a professionally focused extended research project on a relevant topic, which can be informed by your work placement. Part-time students who are employed in a relevant profession can complete a work-based learning module.

The course leader, Johannes P Oosthuizen, is a former UK police officer with 14 years’ experience, having conducted attachments with the FBI (2008 and 2013) and Dutch Police (2007 to 2011). He has experience and research interests in counter-terrorism, neighbourhood policing and private sector partnership strategies.

The Applied Criminology MSc equips you to pursue a career in policing, forensic psychology, or security.