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Masters in Criminology in the UK

Study Criminology Masters Programmes

The field of criminology involves the study of criminal behaviour and the systems in place to deal with the criminal offenders. You will examine behaviour, institutions and systems from a variety of perspectives. Criminology looks at sociology, psychology, economics and social work. Studying criminology will give you an insight into crime and criminals, as well as society as a whole. You will gain knowledge around the key concepts of criminology, and develop your practical application abilities.

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

Masters in Criminology in the UK in 2024

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Criminology and Criminal Psychology MSc

University of Essex Online United Kingdom

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Criminal Justice and Criminology MSc

University of Derby United Kingdom

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Criminology MPhil, PhD

Swansea University United Kingdom

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International Criminology MA

University of Sheffield United Kingdom

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Criminology postgraduate research degrees PhD

University of Hull United Kingdom

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Criminology and Criminal Justice MSc

University of Edinburgh United Kingdom

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Social Research and Criminology MRes

Birkbeck, University of London United Kingdom

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International Criminology and Criminal Justice MSc

Cardiff University United Kingdom

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Criminology and Criminal Justice MPhil, PhD

Bangor University United Kingdom

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Criminology DPhil

University of Oxford United Kingdom

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