Overview

Enhance your understanding of criminal law, from philosophical theories to how justice is applied in the real world. Specialise in a range of areas, including policing, health aspects of criminal justice and international aspects of law enforcement co-operation.

Career opportunities

By studying the Criminal Law and Criminal Justice programme from University of Birmingham , you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths.

These skills include the ability to present a strong argument, research and analytical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Law graduates enter many roles, including:

Paralegal

Legal Engineer

Probation Services Officer

Lawyer

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminal Law Reform Now

Race, Ethnicity and Criminal Justice

Transnational Criminal Law

Regulating Technologies

Financing of International Trade

Human Rights & Health Care Law

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-29 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-12 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminal Law Master of Laws (LLM) Criminal Justice View 97 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Law.

Relevant equivalent study or professional experience can also be considered for entry.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

27200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27200 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

10900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10900 GBP per year during 12 months.

UK: £5,450 (part-time)

Living costs for Birmingham

765 - 1134 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Criminal Law and Criminal Justice.

Available Scholarships

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

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Living costs for Birmingham

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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