University of Cumbria
Criminology, Risk and Safeguarding MSc
University of Cumbria

Key Course Facts

Course Description

If you are in a career that addresses crime-related harm, or you want to get into this important arena, our MSc in Criminology, Risk and Safeguarding could be an ideal option for you.

  • COURSE OVERVIEW

We will focus on safeguarding, digital victimisation, rehabilitation policy and practice, and risk and security management, among other areas.

In addition to enhancing your theoretical command of criminology, you will develop advanced research skills, suitable for theoretical and practical application. As a result, you will be equipped to respond to a range of complex challenges faced by multi-agency professionals with a remit to safeguard communities.

This programme is distinct in its comprehensive analysis of risk and safeguarding as criminological issues. This analytical approach is grounded in an acknowledgement of the correlation between the exploitation of children and adults at risk and subsequent offending behaviour.

  • ON THIS COURSE YOU WILL...
  • Develop advanced knowledge and understanding of criminology, risk and safeguarding informed by current practice and research.
  • Identify appropriate methodologies for dealing with complex problems.
  • Examine the intersectionality of power in relation to criminal justice agencies and responses to crime, law and order.
  • Form a critical awareness of the history of ideas, cultural context, as well as social and political theories that inform and influence the practice of criminology.
  • WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

We offer a stimulating and challenging programme where you can develop specialist knowledge and critical understanding of issues relating to criminology, risk and safeguarding.

Teaching and learning takes place through blended learning, with substantial online engagement to meet the needs of learners in a range of contexts.

Year one

All modules available as stand-alone CPDs.

  • Criminological Frameworks
  • Safeguarding, Risk and Vulnerability
  • Advanced Research Methods
  • Global Dimensions of Crime
  • Digital Victimisation
  • Security and Risk Management
  • Dissertation / Practitioner Research
  • Rehabilitation Policy and Practice (optional)
  • Negotiated Learning (optional)

Modules use formative and summative assessment so you progress through a module in a structured and constructive way and build knowledge for practice coherently and logically. Formative assessments are designed so that feedback on your performance is provided before the submission of the final, summative assessment – though this does not contribute to the final module mark or the credit awarded. The wordage – or equivalent – for both formative and summative assessments is counted towards the whole module assessment wordage. ****Types and methods of assessment may include:**** **Group seminars and presentations** **Essays** **Interpersonal skills analysis** **Examination** **Reflective essays** **Resource package** **Poster presentation** **Dissertation**

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
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Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Criminology, Risk and Safeguarding, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Applicants need an honours degree at 2:2 or above Students with other qualifications/and or relevant practitioner experience may be admitted to the course. Please contact the Enquiry Centre for further details.

Costs

Tuition Fees Criminology, Risk and Safeguarding MSc

England UK £6125 year 1
Northern Ireland £6125 year 1
Scotland £6125 year 1
Wales £6125 year 1
International £13250 year 1
England UK £6720 year 1
Northern Ireland £6720 year 1
Scotland £6720 year 1
Wales £6720 year 1
International £13575 year 1

Additional fee information

There will be some additional costs associated with the course including stationery and textbooks of which are optional.

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

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About University of Cumbria

The University of Cumbria is an institution whose stated aims are to develop the region’s talent and capabilities, and also to attract new talent into the region. The university operates out of 7 distinct campuses, two of which are situated within World Heritage sites and is the only university in the UK to be set in a national park. Each distinct campus has something unique to offer prospective students.

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5445
postgraduates:
1135
Total:
6580
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Where is this programme taught

Carlisle - Fusehill Street
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