MA Criminology (Part time)
Liverpool John Moores University
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About this course Take a fresh perspective on the world of criminology. Engaging with cutting-edge debates in criminology, you’ll look at some of the most recent and advanced intellectual developments from around the world in relation to crime, (in)justice, and social harm. MA Criminology at Liverpool John Moores University offers critical approaches to the study of crime, social harm and criminal justice. Created by passionate subject specialists, this masters programme will help you develop ...Read more

About this course Take a fresh perspective on the world of criminology. Engaging with cutting-edge debates in criminology, you’ll look at some of the most recent and advanced intellectual developments from around the world in relation to crime, (in)justice, and social harm. MA Criminology at Liverpool John Moores University offers critical approaches to the study of crime, social harm and criminal justice. Created by passionate subject specialists, this masters programme will help you develop advanced skills in research and theory, with a specific focus on policy and practice. You will take a fresh perspective on the world of criminology. The study of Criminology is not just about the institutions of the criminal justice system. You will be encouraged to take a critical approach that examines issues of power, inequalities and social harm. This interdisciplinary MA gives you the chance to look at Criminology from the perspective of various other disciplines such as Geography, History, Philosophy, Psychology, Political Science and Sociology. As well as developing your advanced skills in research and theoretical application, the programme places a strong emphasis on the implications for policy and practice. It includes a strong comparative component, encouraging students to consider some of the international dimensions of crime, social harm and state responses to them. To cater for the wide-ranging content of our courses and the varied learning preferences of our students, we offer a range of assessment methods on each programme. Staff on this programme place a high value on providing tailored feedback to students and you will normally receive extensive written feedback on assessments and regular feedback. This is designed to help you achieve your full potential.

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18/279
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52nd
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76th
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Liabeth
04 Mar 25

LJMU is in a great location in the city centre, all the buildings are quite close to each other so walking from your accommodation or from building to building doesn’t take long..Read more

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Mohammad Al-Amin
04 Mar 25

I like the university as a whole and also the students Union is amazing. I kind of don’t like the teaching style of some modules as I get bored at times, but other than that..Read more

Entry requirements

You need a minimum 2.2 Honours degree in a relevant subject e.g. Criminology, Sociology, Social Policy, Criminal Justice (single honours or combined with any cognate field like any of the above, Law, Policing and the like). Applicants with a non-related degree will be referred to the Programme Leader. Non-Standard applications may also be considered.

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£8,875 per year

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Classroom based: £17,750, Laboratory based: £18,250

£8,875 per year

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Classroom based: £17,750, Laboratory based: £18,250

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Liabeth
04 Mar 25
Criminal Law and Criminal Justice - BA (Hons)
LJMU is in a great location in the city centre, all the buildings are quite close to each other so walking from your accommodation or from building to building doesn’t take long...
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Mohammad Al-Amin
04 Mar 25
Criminal Law and Criminal Justice - BA (Hons)
I like the university as a whole and also the students Union is amazing. I kind of don’t like the teaching style of some modules as I get bored at times, but other than that...
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Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University , Liverpool

Established in 1823, Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is one of the UK's largest and most well-established universities....

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29 Maryland Street Liverpool L1 9DE United Kingdom
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