MRes Criminology at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

A Master of Research in Criminology with a thesis of 12,000-15,000 words, for students who do not already have a Master's degree in relevant research methods; the PhD programme can include initial admission to the MRes.

Department: Criminology | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research methods training and a thesis of 12,000-15,000 words within the Criminology research community.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Criminology PhD/MRes: usually a Master's degree or a 2.1 honours degree. Qualifications in criminology or a closely related subject (law, psychology, social work, sociology) help but are not essential. Required documents: academic transcripts and degree certificates, CV, research proposal, two references, named supervisor information. Applicants must secure the agreement of an academic supervisor before the application is processed. Applicants currently enrolled on a Master's without results can be considered for unconditional acceptance with a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Annual fee for full-time study; part-time study is charged at half the full-time fee. Home fee for 2026/27 as stated; the 2027/28 home fee is to be confirmed. Source

International applicants: GBP 28,275 a year (2027/28). Annual fee for full-time study; part-time study is charged at half the full-time fee. Research bench fees may apply in addition. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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