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Overview

The Postgraduate Research in Criminology program offers a supportive environment for students to explore various research areas, including cybercrime and youth justice. This degree enhances academic and career prospects through personalized project opportunities. For more details on funding, visit the university's website.

Application Timeline

  1. October 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. January 1, 2026
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  3. April 1, 2026
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  4. April 30, 2026
    Today
  5. July 1, 2026
    Start date

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
EU£18,250£9,150
International£18,250£9,150
Wales£4,800£2,400
Scotland£4,800£2,400
England£4,800£2,400
Northern Ireland£4,800£2,400

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
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Modules

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About

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Become part of a supportive and friendly environment dedicated to addressing society's challenging issues.

Research Opportunities

A research degree in Criminology allows you to pursue projects aligned with your passions, leading to qualifications that enhance academic and employment prospects.

Areas of Expertise

We invite applications in the following areas:

  • Cybercrime and Terrorism
  • Medical Law
  • Neurocriminology and Bioethics
  • Probation and Offender Management Services
  • Sentencing and Courts
  • Sex Work
  • Violent and Sex Offenders
  • Youth Justice

Additional Information

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Subject Area Information

Criminology is an interdisciplinary field that delves into the study of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system, encompassing sociological, psychological, legal, and procedural aspects.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Criminology

  • 2. Criminal Law

  • 3. Sociology of Crime and Deviance

  • 4. Psychology of Criminal Behavior

  • 5. Research Methods in Criminology

  • 6. Criminal Justice System

  • 7. Penology

  • 8. Victimology

  • 9. Forensic Science

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Analytical Skills
  • Research Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Communication Skills
  • Ethical Awareness

Career

Graduates with a degree in criminology have a wide array of career opportunities available to them within the criminal justice system.

Potential Professions
  • Law Enforcement Officer

    Working as a police officer, detective, or federal agent.

  • Criminal Analyst

    Analyzing crime data to help law enforcement agencies develop strategies to combat crime.

  • Probation Officer

    Supervising offenders who are on probation and helping them reintegrate into society.

  • Corrections Officer

    Working in prisons and jails to manage and rehabilitate inmates.

  • Forensic Scientist

    Applying scientific methods to solve crimes and working in crime labs.

  • Victim Advocate

    Providing support and resources to victims of crime.

  • Criminologist

    Conducting research and teaching at academic institutions.

  • Legal Consultant

    Advising law firms and government agencies on criminal justice issues.

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