MSc Criminology at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Explore the world of crime and themes such as victimisation, race and gender as taught by experts in the field. Designed in consultation with statutory, charitable and voluntary crime-related agencies in the region, this course will allow you to explore current issues in criminology and criminal justice and reflect upon the related themes of race, ethnicity, gender, state power, and war.

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027; 24 Jan 2028 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Dissertation, Criminological Theory, Method, Critique, Decolonising Criminology, Contemporary Criminal (In)Justice, Rethinking Policing, Transforming Punishment & Rehabilitation, Engendering Criminology, War, Crime & Violence, Out of Control? Critical Perspectives on Global Crime, Risk & Insecurity.

Career pathways

This course will give you the opportunity to focus on the international, voluntary or criminal justice sectors, and develop knowledge and expertise in your chosen area of interest.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements. IELTS IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,125 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10125. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,995 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18995. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027; 24 Jan 2028

Duration: 12 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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