About this course Study for a Policing and Criminal Investigation MSc at LJMU and work with crime victims and witnesses to enhance your knowledge and key skills in this area. Explore investigative issues to gain the knowledge and practical skills to operate as a crime investigator in serious and complex cases Consider the links between investigation, forensics and psychology Work with crime victims and witnesses Choose this programme if you are a serving officer or about to embark on a policing or academic career Look forward to excellent employment opportunities in policing/investigative work, private investigation and governmental bodies Progress to doctorate study Whether your career aspirations lie in investigative work within the police service, within private security or with other public bodies, this new MSc will develop your investigative skills and prepare you for career success. Working with crime victims and witnesses, you will explore the links between investigation, forensics and psychology. You will receive specialist supervision and study within a diverse community of fellow researchers. Staff have significant research expertise in a wide range of fields including: Data Science Evidence-Based Practice Forensic Science Leadership, Governance and Ethics Professional Development and Knowledge Exchange Transnational and Public Order Policing Urban Intelligence and Informatics Victimology and Domestic Violence Serious and Organised Crime and Intelligence Led policing. The programme will challenge your intellect and encourage you to explore and critically analyse key developments in the field of criminal investigations and policing. You will consider links between investigation, forensics and psychology, and by working with crime victims and witnesses, you will gain practical skills and knowledge to enable you to operate as a crime investigator.