MRes Evidence Based Practice (Policing) at University of Staffordshire

The MRes Evidence Based Practice is a postgraduate research degree that builds expertise in qualitative and quantitative methodology, critical analysis and academic writing, with an independent research project supervised by an academic. The Policing pathway is a focused route into research on contemporary policing practice, policy and reform, working alongside researchers with links to police services and criminal justice agencies.

Duration: 2 academic years part-time (page also lists a full-time distance learning option without stating its length)  |  Intake: September 2027; January 2027  |  Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three modules: a taught Evidence Based Research Methods module, a taught Communicating Research module (publication, funding, stakeholder buy-in and research impact) and the main Research Project addressing a topic relevant to the specialist pathway.

Career pathways

Policing research, policy development, or doctoral study in criminology and law enforcement.

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