Criminology and Criminal Justice MSc
Ulster University
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Develop advanced criminological skills tailor made for high impact careers in crime, justice and compliance.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 ...Read more

Develop advanced criminological skills tailor made for high impact careers in crime, justice and compliance.

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.

The MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice provides you with industry leading knowledge and essential skills, through an advanced programme of criminological study grounded in active learning and critical thinking methodologies. The MSc offers a rich range of opportunities to advance your research and professional profile. Modules immerse learners in cutting edge ideas and methods used to tackle crime, harm, injustice and disadvantage, locally, nationally and internationally.

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What students say
J
Jacob
26 Jan 24

Great location as it is right in the town. Facilities are amazing with up to date technology everywhere for example the up to date computers everywhere. Honestly I don’t see any..Read more

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Kyna
25 Jan 24

Great facilities to ask for guidance/advice/support Has private study booths in the university library but the library is quite nosy, and even with a booked time slot for a study..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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£7,000 per year

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The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry.

£17,810 per year

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Students from EU

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£17,810 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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J
Jacob
26 Jan 24
Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
Great location as it is right in the town. Facilities are amazing with up to date technology everywhere for example the up to date computers everywhere. Honestly I don’t see any...
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K
Kyna
25 Jan 24
Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
Great facilities to ask for guidance/advice/support Has private study booths in the university library but the library is quite nosy, and even with a booked time slot for a study...
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Ulster University
York Street Belfast Antrim BT15 1ED United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Great Victoria Street  0.4 miles away
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