Overview

The Criminology course from The University of Manchester equips you with the intellectual, critical and analytical skills needed for understanding and applying criminological theories and concepts in practice. The course also provides an in-depth understanding of the interactions between politics, criminology and criminal justice, and the impact of public policy in these areas.

This innovative course is taught by experts from sociological, legal and psychological backgrounds with real-world experience, benefitting you from research-led teaching, as well as strong links to wider criminal justice professions and industry.

Career opportunities

This master's offers you the specialist knowledge attractive for a range of criminal justice careers, in areas such as local and central government and criminal justice agencies, for example:

as a criminal intelligence analyst within the police;

probation services;

the voluntary sector and NGOs;

pressure groups; and

think-tanks.

It also allows you to develop skills applicable to jobs in social research, management, third sector services, social work, and teaching.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Dissertation (MA Criminology)

Designing Criminological Research

Advanced Theoretical Criminology

Evaluating Policy & Practice

Criminal Justice Research & Policy

Comparative Studies in Crime and Criminal Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-23 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

76

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

76

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum Upper Second class honours degree, or the overseas equivalent, is required in your first degree.
A social science subject is advantageous but not necessary

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

27500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27500 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

14000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14000 GBP per year during 12 months.

MA (part-time)

UK students (per annum): £7,000
International, including EU, students (per annum): £13,750

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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