Criminology and Criminal Psychology, MSc
University of Greenwich
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This master’s degree equips you with a deep understanding of the concepts, theories, methods and principles central to criminology and criminal psychology. By studying Criminology and Criminal Psychology, youll learn about the changing nature of psychology, law and criminology, and how to apply your knowledge in the forensic and legal arenas. The course will develop your ability to relate theory to practice with its broad coverage of criminological, forensic and psychological approaches to ...Read more

This master’s degree equips you with a deep understanding of the concepts, theories, methods and principles central to criminology and criminal psychology. By studying Criminology and Criminal Psychology, you'll learn about the changing nature of psychology, law and criminology, and how to apply your knowledge in the forensic and legal arenas. The course will develop your ability to relate theory to practice with its broad coverage of criminological, forensic and psychological approaches to crime. Specific modules include criminal investigative psychology, crime theory, social forensic psychology, and crime, terrorism and the state.

The MSc in Criminology and Criminal Psychology will open a diverse range of career paths. Once you graduate, you will be well-placed for employment in public, private, and/or criminal justice work, or criminal, legal, and forensic psychological work.

Many of our graduates already have careers, but some seek promotion or change roles within the same organisation. Others join the criminal justice system (police, courts, probation, prisons), work in security, intelligence, research or for a charitable or commercial organisation.

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Entry requirements

You should have a UK undergraduate degree at 2.1 or above (or an equivalent qualification - both level and grade - from a recognised non-UK university) in criminology or a related discipline.

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£10,500 per year

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£16,300 per year

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£16,300 per year

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University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College King William Walk London Greenwich SE10 9LS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Maze Hill  0.2 miles away
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