
Overview
This Criminology and Criminal Psychology course from University of Essex Online can be completely tailored to fit your own professional interests, as you will be able to choose from five optional modules covering topics such as:
- the sociological approach to crime, criminology and criminological theory
- the role of forensic psychology in manging mentally disordered offenders
- the status of the victim throughout the criminal process
- the historic relationship between psychology and policing, and what this means for modern policing
- critical assessment of complex criminal investigations in accordance with national standards.
Throughout your study you will develop your skills in presenting reasoned arguments and backing them up with evidence through engaging discussion forums with fellow classmates. At the end of your course, there will be the opportunity to progress onto the PG Dip or Masters in criminology and criminal psychology.
Why we’re great
- Course content is drawn from cutting edge research at the University of Essex’s leading Centre for Criminology.
- Modules have been developed by a former Detective Chief Superintendent from the Homicide and Major Enquiries Team in one of the UK’s largest police forces.
- Receive your degree from the University of Essex, a top 30 UK university (Complete University Guide 2022)
Your future
Senior roles within criminal justice are often a career objective for our criminology graduates. Many go on to serve as analytical police staff or police officers, or in offender support, probation, prison and victim services. The course will also be useful for those seeking employment within security services and the National Crime Agency.
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Courses include:
- Crime, Causation and Criminological Theory
- Applied Forensic Psychology
- Criminal Victimisation
- Practical Psychology for Policing
- Complex Criminal investigation
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Duration
- Part-time
- 8 months
- Flexible
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Psychology Criminology View 140 other Masters in Psychology in United KingdomExplore more key information
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General requirements
In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our PG Cert Criminology and Criminal Psychology, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:
- an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification
In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for our PG Cert Criminology and Criminal Psychology, you must meet the following criteria:
- at least three years’ relevant work experience
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
3945 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3945 GBP for the full programme during 8 months. -
National
3945 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3945 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.