MSc Criminology at Teesside University

Programme overview

The MSc Criminology was developed in response to the needs of statutory, voluntary and private organisations developing crime reduction strategies, and examines research-based evidence of which strategies work. You develop expertise in theory, method and research, a broad understanding of the criminal justice system and in-depth knowledge of current issues in criminology, including contemporary crime, victimisation and crime reduction.

Department: Criminology | Duration: Within 1 year full-time (usually two evenings per week); 2 years part-time (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6.00-9.00pm) | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Criminal Justice, Criminological Theory, Criminology in Context, Social Research Methods and a Dissertation Project.

Career pathways

Opportunities exist in the criminal justice system (police, prison, probation and youth offending services), social services and voluntary agencies; some graduates continue to doctoral study or work in colleges and universities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree in a relevant field; applicants with relevant professional qualifications and/or experience are also considered.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,710 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International one-year postgraduate taught master's (MSc/MA); tuition only Source

Intake: September

Duration: Within 1 year full-time (usually two evenings per week); 2 years part-time (Tuesdays and Thursdays,

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