Overview

Why study MA Criminology & Criminal Justice at Bournemouth University ?

Develop advanced analytical knowledge and understanding of criminological theory and criminal justice processes and outcomes, informed by current practice and research
Advance your leadership and practice skills to align with requirements from current employers in criminal justice
Conduct an independent piece of critical research in a related area of your choice
Develop advanced research skills for critically examining complex problems, suitable for theoretical and practical application
Consider criminology and criminal justice from a global perspective

Advance your knowledge of crime and criminology under the tutelage of our research-active teaching staff, bringing research and professional practice into the classroom environment.

Career

This Criminology & Criminal Justice course from Bournemouth University will support the career development of those already working within policing or criminal justice related areas as well as providing the base for those looking to start a career in this area. It will provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding you need for a range of roles in policing, the prison and probation services, youth justice, criminal justice, social services, government and the civil service.

The degree also prepares you for future postgraduate research by incorporating theoretical and methodological skills and the production of a final dissertation piece.

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Programme Structure

Course structure:

Contemporary Criminological Theory

Research Methods for Criminology and Criminal Justice

Penalism and Punishment

Policy Making in the Criminal Justice System

Dissertation
Criminal Justice

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminology Criminal Justice View 154 other Masters in Criminology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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English requirements

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General requirements

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent.

We are looking for applicants who:

- Have an interest in crime, the causes of crime and how society respond to criminality, such as the relationships between victims and offenders and the impact of racism and classism on the justice system;
- Wish to develop and build upon both practical and applied skills in criminological theory and social science research methods;
- Are keen to explore the reasons behind types of offending, offender behaviour and the justice systems’ response to offending;
- Are intellectually curious as to how policy and practice intersect within criminal justice sectors;
- Want to embark upon a programme of study that offers the opportunity to do your own real-world research on a topic of your choosing.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Tuition Fee

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International

18000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18000 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

10000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10000 GBP per year during 12 months.

Part-time study: Fees are charged on a pro-rata basis of the full-time fee

Living costs for Bournemouth

700 - 1000 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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