Criminology and Criminal Justice MA at Northumbria University

Criminology and Criminal Justice MA at Northumbria gives you the critical thinking and research skills necessary for analysing crime, criminal justice policy, and social inequalities in global contexts. You'll delve into contemporary criminological debates through modules spanning mass incarceration to transnational crime, where you'll be encouraged to challenge assumptions and propose evidence-based solutions. Taught by research-active academics who blend theoretical insight with real-world application, you'll gain skills employers value in policy work and social justice.

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year Full Time; 2 years Part Time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

You'll be encouraged to build research skills valued across professions, demonstrating your ability to apply independent critical thinking and sound judgement to complex social problems. The transferable skills you can gain - such as critical analysis, evidence-based argumentation, and professional communication - prepare you for positions in policy work and social research.

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