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MA Criminology - Professional MA (Kriminologie) at Universität Hamburg

Universität Hamburg, Germany

Programme overview

Part-time professional master's in criminology for professionals in criminology-related fields, giving the academic qualification for managerial roles dealing with deviance and crime.

Faculty: Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 semesters (1.5 years)  |  Study mode: German-taught; part-time (berufsbegleitend)  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

What you will study

An introductory week followed by consecutive modules, each beginning with a two-day weekend class and followed by an e-learning phase of several weeks.

Career pathways

Graduates gain a dual qualification in criminology and, depending on background, in sociology, law or social pedagogy, broadening career options.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Degree in sociology, psychology, law or another relevant subject (at least eight semesters / 240 credits, shorter degrees need equivalent achievements) and at least one year of professional experience in a relevant field.

EUR 3,370 for the whole programme. Tuition for the entire programme; semester contribution in addition. Source

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 3 semesters (1.5 years)

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