Criminology and Criminal Justice MSc
Ulster University
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MSc - Master of Science

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Belfast Campus.

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SEP-26

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1 Year

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Belfast Campus.

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This course is subject to revalidation. Addressing the roots of crime at all levels of society to meaningfully achieve justice and support those harmed by crime are significant policy and practice challenges. These challenges increasingly take place in a globalised offending landscape which demands transnational thinking. The MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice will immerse you in cutting-edge knowledge, techniques and approaches. It is designed to generate critical thinkers and skilled ...Read more

This course is subject to revalidation. Addressing the roots of crime at all levels of society to meaningfully achieve justice and support those harmed by crime are significant policy and practice challenges. These challenges increasingly take place in a globalised offending landscape which demands transnational thinking. The MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice will immerse you in cutting-edge knowledge, techniques and approaches. It is designed to generate critical thinkers and skilled practitioners who are equipped to improve criminal justice outcomes, effectively challenge harmful crime trends at a regional, national and international level and tackle complex social issues like marginalisation, inequality, and impunity. If you want to open-up new career horizons, the MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice is your professional gateway.

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30/279
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54th
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Rebecca
06 Mar 25

Best aspect - support after bereavement student wellbeing are very easy to work with as well as lecturers being understanding Worst- small amount of female toilets, sometimes..Read more

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Mia
06 Mar 25

Best: student support and location Worst: library facilities are limited due to restricted space, not even seats with adequate facilities..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants must have a second class honours degree or better in Social Sciences, Humanities, Law or a cognate discipline from a university of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or from a recognised national awarding body, or from an institution of another country which has been recognised as being of an equivalent standard.

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£7,240 per year

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£18,310 per year

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£18,310 per year

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06 Mar 25
Politics & International Studies with Criminology
Best aspect - support after bereavement student wellbeing are very easy to work with as well as lecturers being understanding Worst- small amount of female toilets, sometimes...
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06 Mar 25
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Best: student support and location Worst: library facilities are limited due to restricted space, not even seats with adequate facilities...
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