Overview

Using case studies, you will critically analyse a wide range of criminological topics within the remit of serious and violent crime, such as terrorism, sexual offences, and the dark web. You will also gain the specialised skill set needed to cope with traumatic material in high-pressure environments and lead teams through challenging incidents and investigations. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to take confident strides within the field and make a positive contribution to your community in combatting serious and violent crime.

The course is led by applied academics with practitioner backgrounds within the Criminal Justice System, ensuring you gain skills that set you apart in the profession. They have aligned your course material with the latest sector standards to reflect the current work of all stakeholders within the Criminal Justice System.

Key facts of the Serious and Violent Crime programme offered at Arden University UK

This innovative MA in Serious and Violent Crime is tailored to equip you with crucial leadership skills necessary for comprehending, investigating, and addressing serious and violent crimes. With a curriculum designed for maximum flexibility, you can seamlessly integrate your career progression with your professional commitments.

Programme Structure

Modules:

Reflective Practice and Leadership

The Criminal Justice System and Globalisation

The Psychology of Serious Offending

Managing Intelligence and Investigations

Terrorism, Extremism and Hate

Cybercrime and the Dark Web

Independent Research Project

Lecturers

This course is primarily aimed at those who are already working within the Criminal Justice Sector
The course may also appeal to those who have an undergraduate degree in a general topic area i.e., criminology or criminal justice and would like to hone their skills and knowledge to help them stand out to employers.
Those who are already working in industry and want to advance their careers.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

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Delivered

Online

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminal Justice View 22 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Standard Entry

Standard entry onto the course takes place through a combination of portfolio assessment and evidence of a completed bachelor’s (undergraduate) degree at level 2:2 in a relevant discipline, such as: graphic design, multimedia and interactive design, visual communication, advertising and marketing, marketing and design, or IT.

This list is not exhaustive, and previous academic qualifications are considered on a case by case basis.

Non-standard entry

Candidates who lack formal qualifications but possess significant, relevant experience will be considered on the basis of at least five years relevant work experience and a portfolio of work.
The portfolio must consist of a minimum of 5-10 complete design projects that display design process and use of the full design cycle, with evidence of planning and research.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10550 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10550 GBP / year

≈ 10550 GBP / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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