Overview

There is an increasing focus on the reform of criminal justice systems. This is causing a growing demand for experts who can shape the future of criminology policy The MSc Criminological Research course from University of Stirling will equip you with important research skills. You'll be able to inform the policies that underpin crime prevention and justice reform.

As you study this Criminological Research Masters you’ll learn:

The strategies and methods used in criminological research;
how to collect, analyse and report on different kinds of data, using software such as Strata and NVivo;
The theory behind criminology research;
How the research you conduct can shape criminology policies;
To shape your dissertation study on a criminological research topic of your choice.

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Programme Structure

Courses included

Research Design and Process
Quantitative Data Analysis
Quantitative Research Methods
Criminological Perspectives
Rehabilitation and Criminal Justice Work
Reflexivity and Observation

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-26 00:00:00

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You can apply up to a year in advance of your course start date and we accept applications throughout the year.

Language

English

PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stirling, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminology View 149 other Masters in Criminology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21800 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

10100 GBP / year

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Living costs

Stirling

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

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As you study this Criminological Research Masters you’ll learn:

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Stirling

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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