Criminology (Taught)

If your interests lie in global security, online security, tackling organised crime and terrorism and other emerging issues of the 21st century justice system, this MA is one of the few to offer you a specialised suite of relevant modules.

Students will be encouraged to develop a critical understanding of the key concepts, ideas, and theories that underpin contemporary issues and political debates concerning the wider criminological discipline. In addition to providing students with subject specific knowledge and understanding, it also aims to produce graduates with strong transferable skills of research, communication, analysis and creative problem solving, who are well placed to seek employment within relevant sectors. Depending on your choice of optional modules, you can decide which degree pathway you would like, picking either Global Crime, Terrorism, or Criminal Investigations.

Career options
Our course leads to careers in policing and police research, Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service, the Crown Prosecution Service, the Home Office, intelligence services, policy development and digital/global security. You may also wish to follow an MPhil/PhD programme.

Your Masters in criminology combines academic rigour with the development of the skills you will need to pursue your career. Once you successfully complete the course, you should be in a strong position to seek employment with relevant organisations.

The core elements of the course will cover theory, methods of research and contemporary issues in criminal justice. This Masters gives you a range of options so that you can focus on what interests you, in addition to the core content.

The course structure will also help you to strengthen those skills that are useful to a range of potential employers. Your activities on the course will enhance your transferable skills in:

• research

• communication

• analysis

• creative problem-solving.

You will be taught through a variety of teaching methods, with a focus placed on active learning through participation. Our academic staff will use their current research and practical experience to inform your studies and support your development.

As you progress through the course, you will develop comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current issues. This will help you to reflect on your own development as a specialist in your chosen area.