Introduction
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.
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.
Graduate destinations
This versatile qualification is useful in careers focused on reducing crime-related harm, especially in multi-agency safeguarding or community safety partnerships. These include: probation and offender management, policing and public protection, local authority social care, health, fire and rescue, as well as organisations working in substance misuse, domestic abuse, housing, and support for victims.
At the policy and practice level, there is increased recognition of the need to develop sophisticated approaches to contextual safeguarding and risk reduction. The specialisms you will acquire as part of the MSc in Criminology, Risk and Safeguarding will leave you ideally placed to contribute to these developments.
Following your masters, you may wish to continue your academic career by undertaking a PhD in criminology or a cognate discipline.
Course summary
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 take place through blended learning, with substantial online engagement, to meet the needs of learners in a range of contexts.
Modules
Compulsory Modules
Criminological Frameworks
Safeguarding, Risk and Vulnerability*
Advanced Research Methods
Global Dimensions of Crime
Digital Victimisation*
Security and Risk Management
Dissertation / Practitioner Research
Optional Modules
Rehabilitation Policy and Practice*, or
Negotiated Learning
*Available as a stand-alone module, largely delivered online.
Selection criteria
Applicants need an honours degree at 2:2 or above Students with other qualifications/and or relevant practice experience may be admitted to the course. Please contact us for further details.
