Applied Criminal Justice and Criminology, MA
Swansea University
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Crime, its causes, and how we should deal with it, are never far from the headlines, and expertise in this area is increasingly valued by employers in government and other sectors. Study our MA in Applied Criminal Justice and Criminology and you will gain in-depth knowledge about the causes of crime, the criminal justice system and current themes in criminological debates. Learning from experts with a wealth of academic and practical experience, you will gain a level of knowledge which will ...Read more

Crime, its causes, and how we should deal with it, are never far from the headlines, and expertise in this area is increasingly valued by employers in government and other sectors. Study our MA in Applied Criminal Justice and Criminology and you will gain in-depth knowledge about the causes of crime, the criminal justice system and current themes in criminological debates. Learning from experts with a wealth of academic and practical experience, you will gain a level of knowledge which will open up a range of exciting career opportunities.The knowledge you gain on this MA in Applied Criminal Justice and Criminology opens up a range of potential careers in: Public sector – government, civil service, political and policy advice, Private sector – global, national or local business, Non-governmental sectorResearch and academia

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84/91
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27th
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40th
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29 Nov 25

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Entry requirements

Ideally you will hold a 2:1 undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in Criminology or a cognate discipline i.e. Law, Psychology, Sociology, Politics or Social Policy. Candidates with a 2:2 or with relevant professional work experience may also be considered.

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£9,450 per year

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£20,100 per year

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Swansea University
Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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