International Criminology and Security Studies Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The International Criminology and Security Studies programme from Liverpool Hope University aims to give students a robust grounding in the study of terrorism and extremism, transnational crime, and the interplay between crime and the environment. Across four taught modules and an original research dissertation. Students will engage with in depth subject teaching in these areas, as well as advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills and the ethics and practicalities of conducting research on crime and security issues. This will build towards the production of an original research dissertation that explores a contemporary crime or security issue in line with the course content. 

By providing students with a world-leading understanding of the core issues around this field and the skills to produce and consume high-quality original research, it will allow them to pursue careers in and around crime and security policy or practice, or to engage in advanced academic study via further postgraduate research qualifications. 

Career opportunities:

The MA International Criminology and Security Studies will support students to pursue careers in a variety of fields, including protective services, public sector management, and policy/research roles. This may include policing, crime and security analysis, PREVENT coordination, security policy development and evaluation, and security and risk consultancy. The international focus of the programme is also suited to those interested in joining agencies such as Interpol or the UN.

There is also a clear pathway into doctoral study at Hope, as we have a growing reputation for research and advocacy in several of the areas of focus in this programme.