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Master of Philosophy in Criminology at University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MPhil provides a foundational education in prominent criminological theories; research methods; and areas of criminological knowledge.

Faculty: School of the Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: Institute of Criminology  |  Duration: 10 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students will take two optional modules which can either both be selected from one of three strands to allow a focus on a specific area of criminology, or can be selected from more than one of the strands to allow a broader focus. In addition to the criminological research methods course, all students will have to take at least two CaRM modules. Thesis / Dissertation MPhil students complete one thesis of not more than 18,000 words on a criminological topic chosen by the student and approved by the Faculty of Law Degree Committee.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. At least a high II.i Honours degree (67 per cent) from a UK university, or international equivalent from another institution. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 23,136 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 39,408 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 10 months full-time

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