MA Global Criminology and Criminal Justice at University of Birmingham

Unlock new perspectives on crime and justice with our MA Global Criminology and Criminal Justice. This course challenges you to think critically about crime, deviance, and justice in a rapidly changing global world. This course empowers you with critical insights and practical skills, preparing you to lead in criminal justice and social research.

Department: Social Policy and Social Work  |  Duration: 12 months, full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This 180-credit programme comprises of four compulsory modules (120 credits) and three optional modules (60 credits). Modules include Dissertation, Advances in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Students must choose, Applied Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis, Crime and Justice in a Globalised World, Globalisation, International Migration and Citizenship, Global Health Systems and Policy.

Career pathways

This course develops essential employability skills like critical thinking, research skills, and problem-solving, all of which are crucial for navigating crime and justice systems. Graduates will be prepared for a diverse range of careers in criminal justice, policy-making, analysis, and academia, with opportunities in both the public and private sectors.

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