MSc Crime and Justice in Practice at Edinburgh Napier University

Programme overview

The full-time MSc Crime and Justice in Practice will help you develop: - A critical understanding of how contemporary criminal, restorative, and community justice processes work in practice, both at national and international level - The ability to evaluate the role and impact of applied justice policy and research - A critical awareness of the economic, socio-cultural and political contexts that influence the practice of social research in various fields (i.e.

Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree either BA or BSc at 2:2 (or equivalent) in a related subject (e.g. social sciences, law and humanities, including but not limited to criminology, law, geography, humanities, and business). We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry. Do I need to have my qualification before I apply? No, it is possible to apply whilst you are in the final year of your degree. Any offer made will be conditional on you achieving a 2:2 (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,030 a year (2026/27). Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland fee Source

International applicants: GBP 20,540 a year (2026/27). Overseas and EU fee Source

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.napier.ac.uk/study-with-us/postgraduate/how-to-apply/useful-application-information

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