Overview

Blending a rigorous understanding of fundamental theory with evidence about real world problems you’ll analyse recent innovations in theory, policy and practice.

Drawing on a range of disciplinary approaches, the course will enable you to develop a rational and just response to crime.

The LLM/MSc/PgDip in Criminal Justice and Penal Change at The University of Strathclyde is unique in both its approach and its flexibility.

Key features

our focus is on pressing contemporary national and international issues of policy and practice

you can choose to graduate with either an LLM or MSc

study full-time or part-time

learn from a world-class teaching team

students are from a range of nationalities and disciplinary backgrounds

you'll benefit from the work of the Centre for Law, Crime and Justice

Careers

Students on the Strathclyde Masters (LLM or MSc) in Criminal Justice and Penal Change come from a range of backgrounds.

Some are recent graduates in law, humanities and the social sciences from around the world. Many are current practitioners, policy-makers in different fields of criminal justice. They find the course of invaluable assistance in gaining a step up the career ladder.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminal Justice and Penal Decision Making

Punishment and Processes of Penal Change

Research Methods

Dissertation Research Methods

Restorative Justice

Childhood and Crime

Surveillance, Technology and Control

Offender Supervision and Management

Homicide

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00

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There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Postgraduate Diploma - 120

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminal Law Master of Laws (LLM) Criminology View 148 other Masters in Criminology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a first or upper second-class Honours degree (or equivalent) in law, one of the social sciences, business or humanities, though other disciplines will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applications are judged on their individual merits and entry may be possible with a relevant lower second-class Honours degree, and/or relevant professional qualifications and/or appropriate experience.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

16400 GBP / year

≈ 16400 GBP / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

8450 GBP / year

≈ 8450 GBP / year

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 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

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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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