MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice at University of Staffordshire

Programme overview

MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice is designed for graduates and practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of debates about crime and the criminal justice system, combining theoretical criminology with applied criminal justice. Teaching is delivered one day a week, and there is a focus on designing, managing and disseminating a research project to professional standard. It can be studied full-time or part-time, on campus at Stoke-on-Trent or by distance learning.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time (usually 2-3 years part-time per University norms); also offered by distance learning | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Advanced Criminological Theory, Contemporary Issues in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Researching Crime and Society, Leadership in Social and Criminal Justice, Working in Criminal and Social Justice and a Postgraduate Project.

Career pathways

Prisons, probation, police, national security agencies and voluntary organisations; the course can also lead to further research with an MPhil or PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant honours degree at 2:2 or above from a recognised university or body. Degrees in Sociology, Law, Criminal Justice, Forensic Investigation or related disciplines are eligible. Applicants without the qualification but with professional experience are encouraged to apply and are considered on individual merit. International applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each component (CEFR B2), or an equivalent approved qualification (PTE Academic 59 overall with no less than 54 in each area; LanguageCert Academic SELT 65 overall with no less than 60 in each component).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,720 for the whole programme (2027/28). UK / Channel Islands; same fee listed for full-time, part-time and distance-learning options; 25% alumni discount may apply to graduates of a University of Staffordshire undergraduate degree Source

International applicants: GBP 17,685 for the whole programme (2027/28). International fee shown in the part-time study option fee table; the distance-learning options list 9,720 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time (usually 2-3 years part-time per University norms); also offered

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