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Criminology, MA at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

An MA tackling issues of public and policy concern, domestically and globally, with modules informed by research from criminology and criminal justice staff. Students choose from specialised modules to match their interests and career goals.

Faculty: School of Law and Policing  |  Duration: 1 year full-time (part-time also offered)  |  Intake: Sep 2026, Sep 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules: Theory & Methods in Criminology, Comparative Criminology and Criminal Justice, Power, Violence and Oppression and a Dissertation. Options include International Drug Policy, The Politics of Prison and Punishment, Understanding Safeguarding and Vulnerabilities, Understanding Domestic and Sexual Abuse and Religion and Radicalisation.

Career pathways

Professional roles in policing, prisons, probation, youth justice, NGOs and the voluntary sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2:2 degree; applications considered on merit, including relevant experience or qualifications. Ghana: general guidance lists a lower GPA plus a Postgraduate Diploma (Ghanaian Pre-Masters), or a Higher National Diploma plus a Postgraduate Diploma; English via IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5) or WAEC/WASSCE English grade C6.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,250 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: Sep 2026, Sep 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time (part-time also offered)

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