43 Criminal Justice MA Degree Programs

The aim of this programme is for students to gain academic and intellectual progression in a number of areas of law and criminal justice, together with the acquisition of specific knowledge and skills. Within the context of the University's mission statement and responsiveness to national and international needs, curriculum innovation and continuous quality enhancement, the programme objectives are to provide students with the knowledge and critical analysis of key themes of law and criminal justice; provide advanced legal knowledge and skills directly relevant to law and criminal justice through the delivery of intellectually stimulating course content underpinned in many areas by internationally recognised research; provide critical analysis of the complexities arising in the fields of law and criminal justice using challenging and informing global and comparative perspectives. The course is underpinned by the significance of engagement with existing and emerging research and advanced scholarship. Develop originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in the discipline. Alternative Exit/ Interim Award Learning Outcomes - Postgraduate Certificate A student who is eligible for this award will be able to: Show originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry may be used to create and interpret knowledge in relevant areas of law. Have a systematic understanding and critical awareness of current problems and contemporary issues and/or insights into the changing nature of the UK and international corporate business organisations operating within a multi-national framework. Demonstrate skills associated with problem-solving and decision making based on own research and analysis demonstrated through legal writing and communication skills. Develop an ability to exercise initiative when faced with novel and/or complex problem situations. Apply critical and analytical skills associated with legal analysis to identified scenarios and situations.

In a changing and increasingly interdependent justice sector, expanding your knowledge is key to success in an evolving justice landscape. Founded on a Transdisciplinary approach to justice studies for solving complex social issues, our unique program is problem-focused, drawing from diverse disciplines to help you deal with ever-evolving problems in action-oriented, solution-focused and context-specific ways.

Graduates from the M.A. in Criminal Justice Leadership program at Concordia University St. Paul earn the highest salaries among alumni from Minnesota colleges and universities. This powerful program positions you for leadership opportunities in criminal investigation, forensics, security management, and many other areas.

This MA in Crime and Justice degree explores new perspectives and ways of thinking about crime, harm and justice. It is concerned with examining problematic areas of social life, transgression, ‘crime’, social harm and justice. You will consider the significance of power, social structure, and economic and social inequalities in understanding ‘crime’, and processes of criminalisation in local, transnational and global contexts.

Concordia University, St. Paul offers the M.A. in Human Services in Forensic Behavioral Health in partnership with the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies. The degree is offered online and focuses on the direct relationship between behavioral health, criminal justice, and legal systems.

The Criminal Justice Studies—MA program offers an advanced academic pathway for students interested in exploring the multifaceted nature of the criminal justice system. It emphasizes a comprehensive u...

The Master’s in Criminal Justice (MA) program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in criminal justice, research, policy analysis, and academia. The program empha...

The Master’s in Criminal Justice program is designed to help students deepen their understanding of the criminal justice system. It focuses on key areas like law enforcement, courts, and corrections, ...

The Master’s in Criminal Justice is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system, focusing on critical issues such as crime, justice, and public safety. T...

Explore an exciting blend of criminology and criminal justice subjects and address key contemporary questions and debates. By studying criminological theory and policy you’ll see how conceptual frameworks can be applied to thinking about crime and society. Our MA is underpinned by our research expertise. You’ll be taught by experts who shape the field of criminology and criminal justice studies.

The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including its structure, function, and the social issues...

The MA Criminology and Criminal Justice program is designed to give students a deep understanding of the causes of crime and how the justice system responds to it. The course covers core topics like c...

The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program focuses on providing students with a solid understanding of how the criminal justice system operates, along with the critical skills needed for research ...

The program in Criminology and Criminal Justice offers students a thorough understanding of crime, offenders, and the criminal justice system. It covers key topics such as crime theories, the justice ...

This 36-hour graduate criminal justice program leads to a Master of Arts degree in Criminal Justice. This program will prepare you with a foundation in advanced criminal justice studies and the tools necessary to enable you to advance more rapidly in your career. With this degree, you will be prepared for success in a variety of criminal justice careers such as law enforcement, corrections, and social services. The UHV criminal justice M.A. program is online, which makes it a great option for working professionals pursuing careers in the criminal justice field or for those who live outside of Victoria, Texas. There are two tracks, thesis and non-thesis. Both tracks require 24 credit hours of core coursework. The thesis track includes 6 hours of thesis research and coursework in addition to 6 hours of elective courses. Thesis research and coursework will give students experience in inquiry and research to prepare them for advanced studies at the doctoral level or further research opportunities. The non-thesis track requires 12 hours of elective courses and includes a comprehensive examination.