Overview
This course specialises in leadership and management within the Police and within other Criminal Justice careers including, probation and prisons, youth offending, and security.
This Leadership in Criminal Justice and Policing course at University of Sunderland will equip practitioners with the skills needed to advance their careers. Whether you have studied criminology or social sciences before or not, this MSc is suitable for anyone with a genuine interest in this area and those looking to become leaders in their field. Choose from a selection of modules which allow you to specialise in domestic or international issues, and in either Policing or Criminal Justice, or to mix these to suit your interests.
Explore a range of topical issues and threats which impact upon Criminal Justice and Policing Policy and Practice and engage with the latest criminological research and trends. Experiential Learning is embedded throughout the course and realistic assessments will be complemented with a theoretical and empirical study of national and international criminological and penological theory, criminal justice policy and practice and social justice.
Why us?
- We have strong links with organisations and institutions such as the HM Prison Service, Youth Justice Service and the local police constabularies, enabling you to volunteer or do work placements to gain experience and enhance your employability
- Our Criminology academic team is responsible for founding and running the Local Appropriate Adult scheme in collaboration with the Police and Crime Commissioner and Northumbria police. This provides you with a unique opportunity to volunteer as an appropriate adult during your studies
- You'll have the opportunity to achieve an additional professional qualification - a Level 2 QCF accredited gateway qualification, in working as an appropriate adult for vulnerable adults and juveniles
- Your learning is constantly informed by current work from research-active lecturers who specialise in researching domestic violence and abuse, the risk management of offenders, gender-based violence, desistance from crime, the criminalisation of sex work, policing and disability and vulnerability
- We have designed this course to flexible and to offer students a bespoke learning experience. All essential learning materials will be available online to support your independent learning.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Leading in Criminal Justice and Policing
- Punishments in Criminal Justice Practices
- Leadership in Criminal Justice and Policing Dissertation
- Inequality and Vulnerability in the Criminal Justice System
- Assembling Criminality: Advancements in Criminological Theory
- Policing International Criminality
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Applications for most masters courses are open all year round, but we highly recommend that you apply for your course at least six months before it starts.
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Campus Location
- Sunderland, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Public Policy Criminal Justice Leadership View 112 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United KingdomExplore more key information
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General requirements
- If you don't meet our standard entry requirements, you can take one of the foundation pathways at our partners ONCAMPUS Sunderland. Find out more information and whether your course is eligible on our ONCAMPUS page.
- We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1 or above) or equivalent.
Experience may be counted towards your application. We welcome applicants with degrees in areas such as social sciences, psychology, business, law, education, humanities, health, arts, technology and the sciences.
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Applies to youNon-residents17000 GBP / year≈ 17000 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents8500 GBP / year≈ 8500 GBP / year
Living costs
Sunderland
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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