MA Investigative Management at University of Sunderland

MA Investigative Management is for investigative professionals looking to advance their careers. The course covers topics across leadership and management in investigative practice. It has been developed in collaboration with senior police representatives, addressing current sector needs. You'll develop your existing knowledge and blend academic theory with real-world experience.

Department: Policing and Investigation  |  Duration: 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: October 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll explore investigative management through a work-based lens, supported by staff with extensive experience in the field. The completion of a dissertation allows you to focus on areas that match your career goals and research interests.

Career pathways

At the end of the course, you’ll have an industry-specific postgraduate degree that will qualify you for more senior roles in investigative practice and policing environments.

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