University of Greenwich
International Criminology MA
University of Greenwich

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - h Greenwich Maritime Campus
  • Sep 1, 2024 Full-time - 1 years
  • On campus - h Greenwich Maritime Campus
  • Sep 1, 2024 Part-time - 2 years

Key Course Facts

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £28663 £30583 £35060
25-75 percentile range £26283 - £31518 £25509 - £35943 £28785 - £43518
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
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Course Description

The MA International Criminology allows students to study criminology at an advanced level, including in-depth investigations from a critical perspective.

Our Master's in International Criminology is ideal if you're already working in criminal justice, crime prevention, youth offending, child protection, victim support, or forensics. The course is well-suited to anyone looking to extend their knowledge of criminology and broaden their understanding in an international context.

This course explores alternative approaches to criminology and crime, with specific learning modules covering criminological research methods, international criminal law, and international human rights law. Graduates will be well-placed for employment opportunities across a wide variety of roles in the police, probation and prison services, and the Crown Prosecution Service.

What you should know about this course

  • The course is ideal for practitioners working in criminal justice, social care, crime prevention and community safety, youth offending, forensics, child protection and victim support.
  • Students aim to complete the MA within 12 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time).
  • You can exit at intermediate stages with a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma award.
  • The MA course includes a dissertation, which allows you to research an area in depth.

On this course, students are assessed by coursework and presentations. Some modules may also include exams. There are also practice assessments, which help you to monitor your own progress and make continual improvement.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study International Criminology, MA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Law, or a relevant subject.

Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered.

You can also read our admissions policy

Costs

Tuition Fees International Criminology MA

England UK £11000 year 1
Northern Ireland £11000 year 1
Scotland £11000 year 1
Wales £11000 year 1
EU £17450 year 1
International £17450 year 1
Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023

Average student cost of living in London

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of University of Greenwich in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Greenwich in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #58 
    • #71 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #30 
    • #151 
    Sociology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]

See all 27 university rankings of University of Greenwich

About University of Greenwich

The University of Greenwich operates on government funding, and is based in London and Kent, England. The university’s main campus, the Old Royal Naval College, as well as its Avery Hill campus are located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, in Greater London. Its satellite campus in Medway, Kent is part of a collaboration with the University of Kent.

List of 214 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Greenwich - Course Catalogue

Student composition of University of Greenwich

Total number of students enrolled at University of Greenwich by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
15845
postgraduates:
5550
Total:
21395
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

Greenwich Maritime Campus
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