Overview
This dynamic, globally oriented programme critically examines the complex intersections of crime, justice and power in an ever-changing world. Through core modules such as Thinking Criminologically and Beyond Criminal Justice, you’ll delve into pressing issues like inequality, social divisions and international responses to crime, all while fostering a strong sense of social justice.Designed with your future in mind, this MA equips you with essential skills in critical thinking to digital fluency, preparing you for careers in policy, criminal justice and beyond. You’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through industry placements and impactful research projects, such as collaboration with the Interchange charity to drive positive change in local communities.What truly sets our programme apart is the flexibility it offers. You can tailor your studies with optional modules like Gender-Based Violence and Criminal Justice, and Migration, Trafficking and Modern Slavery, aligning your education with your career goals and interests.Delivered through interactive workshops, this distinctly critical programme fosters collaboration and practical learning, ensuring you graduate with the skills and insights needed to make a difference in the field of criminology and criminal justice.You can also study Criminology and Criminal Justice as a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) or Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert).
Who is this course for?
This master’s is suitable for graduates in the social sciences or related fields. The programme provides excellent preparation for students wishing to pursue a career in areas such as the government sector, civil service, criminal justice institutions and related organisations, third sector organisations, research positions, policy making and journalism. It is also an excellent step for those wishing to undertake postgraduate study at MPhil and PhD levels, or to become independent or career social researchers.The PGDip and PGCert qualification options are ideal for practising professionals or graduates seeking an advanced qualification to inform their work or support career progression, without the time commitment required for a full master’s degree.
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Courses include:
- Critical Approaches To Extremism Radicalisation And Terrorism
- Investigating Global Social Harms
- Gender Based Violence And Criminal Justice
- Past Lives Critiquing And Creating True Crime
- International Financial Crime
- Using Foucaults Methods
- Ethnomethodology And Conversation Analysis
- Participatory Action Research
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
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Campus Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Criminology Criminal Justice View 149 other Masters in Criminology in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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General requirements
- We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a social science subject.
- Candidates with relevant professional qualifications – for example Certificate of Qualification in Social Work (CQSW), Diploma in Social Work (DipSW), Youth Justice Professional Certificate in Effective Practice (PCEP), Police Sergeant’s Examinations – will be considered in cases where such qualifications are accompanied by substantial work experience in a relevant field.
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Applies to youCitizens or residents14000 GBP / year≈ 14000 GBP / year
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