Overview

Want to study a criminology Masters in Birmingham? Our MA Criminology degree is open to graduates from all subjects.

Our MA Criminology degree is open to graduates from all subjects. Our course has been designed for both recent graduates and practitioners who wish to develop their understanding of the debates surrounding crime and the criminal justice system. It offers an exciting opportunity to study both theoretical criminology and the more applied aspects of criminology and criminal justice issues.

The course has three formal stages:

The Certificate stage consist of three taught modules

The Diploma stage consists of six taught modules

Those proceeding to the Master's stage will be required to complete an extended research project to be determined individually

It is possible to complete your studies at any of the Certificate, Diploma or Master's stages

If you study full-time you will complete all these stages in one year. If you study part-time you would normally complete the diploma and masters stages over two years.

What's covered in this course?

Our postgraduate course offers a contemporary and critical exploration of criminological issues. By studying for an MA in Criminology at Birmingham City University, you will be introduced to a number of contemporary criminological theories and you will be able to relate theory to practice in specialised areas of crime, offending and victimisation.

Throughout your time studying, you will explore criminology from both a theoretical and applied perspective. You will therefore develop key practical skills that have utility in a range of careers within criminal justice. We adopt an international focus within our teaching and learning, touching upon often marginalised issues within Criminology, which often adopts a Western perspective. On completion of the course, you will be able to address complex issues systematically and creatively.

Employability

Enhancing employability

The teaching team draws on the combined with the expertise of members of the Centre for Applied Criminology, who will give you cutting-edge criminological knowledge from their impactful and high-profile research, as well as giving you excellent access to experienced practitioners and Criminal Justice System organisations.

The Reflective Practice module centres on work or volunteering experience to further develop your professional skillset.

The access provided to professionals, the presence of practitioners among fellow students and the capacity to reflect upon relevant volunteering or work experience within the structure of the course means that the course provides excellent opportunities for building contacts and networking, as well as developing opportunities for employment.

Previous students have included academic criminologists teaching in a range of UK institutions, prison governors and senior prison officers, police personnel, including officers and civilian analysts, probation personnel, magistrates, media commentators and a television producer, and employees of charities and bodies including NACRO, the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) and the New Bridge.