Program description
Criminology MSc
A course in criminology studies the issues of crime, deviance and criminal justice that are at the heart of our society.
On our MSc Criminology course we’ve combined modules in academic criminology and the criminal justice system with training in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Our world-renowned criminological expertise and unique emphasis on research methodology will sharpen your ability to think in a logical and informed manner about criminological problems, and to design, conduct and manage effective research and evaluation.
Combining criminological knowledge with applied research skills, this course will equip you with a sophisticated understanding of the most important challenges and perspectives in contemporary criminology.
Our MSc Criminology course has been designed for graduates and practitioners with an appropriate first degree who seek advanced knowledge about issues connected with crime, deviance, control, the criminal justice system and social research.
Admission requirements
A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in either Behavioural Science, Business, Criminology, Law, Psychology, or in a human or political science, or a recognised equivelant international qualification. We can also consider relevant work experience if you don't meet these requirements.
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic: 7.0 overall with 6.0 in each element.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your program, intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Criminology MSc (Full time/Part time)
- Comparative Criminology
- Criminological Theories
- Field Methods
- Social Data Analytics
- Crime & Offending
- Criminal Justice System
- Law, Society & Social Control
- Policing and the Police
- Masters Dissertation
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition fees
October 2021
Full-time
- Tuition fee for UK students: £8,500
- Tuition fee for Overseas students: £18,600
Part-time
- Tuition fee for UK students: £4,300
- Tuition fee for Overseas students: £9,300
Qualification
Credits and ECTS Credits: 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits
Career opportunities
Some of our graduates have gone on to start their careers in the following roles:
- Crime journalist
- Crime researcher
- Crime scene investigator
- Police officer
- Prison officer
- Probation officer.
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University of Surrey
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