Overview

For more than 60 years, the Institute of Criminology has been internationally recognised as a leading research centre for shaping evidence-based approaches to policing, crime reduction and justice. The Applied Criminology and Police Management (Police Executive) at University of Cambridge builds on this strength, offering you the depth of Cambridge research combined with direct application to contemporary challenges in safety and security.

Why This Programme?

Solutions That Reduce Harm

Learn from tested interventions—such as targeted patrols that cut violent crime and evidence-based strategies that improve victim outcomes—that can be adapted across diverse contexts.

AI, Technology and Data

Explore how artificial intelligence, predictive analytics and digital innovation can be applied responsibly to crime problems, transforming data into tools for prevention and decision-making.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Year One
Three residential blocks (April, July, September) that establish your foundations in criminological theory, research methods, and applied practice. You will be assessed through three essays designed to test your ability to connect academic knowledge to real-world policing and security challenges.
Year Two
The heart of the programme. Across three further residential blocks, you will work under individual Cambridge supervision to produce 1 further essay, as well as a research proposal and finally a 18,000-word thesis. This is not simply an academic exercise—it is your opportunity to design and deliver original research that addresses a pressing issue from your professional context. The thesis represents a direct contribution to evidence-based practice, with the potential to influence both policy and frontline decision-making.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminology Social Policy View 147 other Masters in Criminology in United Kingdom

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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

The programme is designed for:
Senior officers and managers seeking to modernise policing and security practice.
Analysts and professionals working with data, crime prevention, or strategy.
Practitioners in justice, safety, or public policy who want to ground their work in rigorous evidence.
Applicants with professional experience, even without a traditional academic background, are welcome.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15500 GBP / year

≈ 15500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15500 GBP / year

≈ 15500 GBP / year

Living costs

Cambridge

United Kingdom

846 - 1465 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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Overview

Why This Programme?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Cambridge

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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