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Essential detailsExplore humanity's enduring interest in criminal behavior through this MSc program's analytical examination of criminology and justice systems. You can either follow a traditional academic path or focus on a specialized area aligned with your professional goals or personal background.Program advantagesThis degree offers valuable insights into worldwide perspectives on crime, social deviance, and justice systems.Our approach fundamentally incorporates cultural contexts and societal responses. We emphasize a comprehensive understanding of criminal behavior that examines offenders, victims, and their social connections, along with the reactions these situations provoke - this multidimensional perspective forms the foundation of our teaching.Ideal candidatesThis program suits self-directed thinkers pursuing or currently engaged in criminal justice careers. It enables focused research building upon undergraduate criminology studies from any global institution.Research methodology skills prove valuable since the curriculum heavily emphasizes data collection and analysis techniques.Students often come from scientific, legal, or humanities backgrounds, with some already employed within justice systems.Learning approachFrom September through April, instruction occurs via lectures, dynamic workshops, and discussion groups.Supplementing this are guest appearances by field experts and professionals, creating opportunities for questioning, intellectual exchange, and evidence-based discussions.The dissertation component encourages specialized justice system research while facilitating professional networking.London's rich resources provide exceptional access to renowned institutions and reform programs.While coursework dominates evaluations, interdisciplinary module options may incorporate alternative assessment formats.The curriculum prioritizes theoretical frameworks and research methodologies, equipping students to analyze criminal incidents and their potential societal impacts.
Applicants will normally have a lower second-class (2.2) honours degree or above, or international equivalent. We also encourage applications from students with significant professional experience in a field of employment or research related to criminology and criminal justice. This course requires the equivalent of an IELTS academic test with an overall score of 6.5 and a minimum of 6.0 in each subtest.