MSc in Applied Criminology
University of Winchester
Key Information
Campus location
Winchester, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 15,350 / per year *
Application deadline
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Introduction
- Research cutting-edge methods and techniques
- The opportunity to gain experience in a work placement
- Prepare for a career in policing, security or research
Can you eliminate the impossible to find the truth, however improbable? Whether you’re pursuing a career as a consulting detective or a more conventional route into the world of criminology, Applied Criminology at Winchester equips you with the skills and knowledge to enter your chosen profession.
Explore the fascinating and complex world of crime, deviance, security and insecurity as they relate to careers in crime prevention, detection and security and research. Develop your understanding of criminological concepts and methods and how they’re used in professional contexts, with opportunities to gain direct experience through a work placement or internship. Complete advanced training in criminological research methods relevant to applied settings, in keeping with our ethos of active and engaged learning.
In core modules including Applied Criminology and Applied Criminological Research, you consider and discuss the impact of criminology on a range of professions – which can be as wide-ranging as counter-terrorism, criminal and social justice issues, and global security. Optional modules such as Cybercrime and Cybersecurity, Investigative Leadership and Management in Policing, or Organised Crime, Security and Human Rights in a Global World provide you with opportunities to develop your particular specialist interests. You complete a professionally focused extended research project on a relevant topic, which can be informed by your work placement. Part-time students who are employed in a relevant profession can complete a work-based learning module.
The Applied Criminology MSc equips you to pursue a career in criminology-related professions, probation, policing, security, research and Academia.
Serving and retired police officers and staff
You may be able to receive academic credit towards this course based on your prior experience and learning in the police service. The University of Winchester recommends using the College of Policing’s Credit Estimator to see what credit you could have already achieved.
Admissions
Curriculum
Year 1: Level 7
- Applied Criminology 40
- Work-Based Learning in Applied Criminology 20
- Applied Criminological Research 20
- Miscarriage of Justice Placement 20
- Applied Criminological Knowledge Exchange Project 60
- Applied Criminology Independent Study Project 60
Optional Modules
- Investigative Leadership and Management in Policing – 20 Credits
- Cybercrime and Cybersecurity – 20 Credits
- Comparative Perspectives on Contemporary Policing – 20 Credits
- Organised Crime, Security and Human Rights in a Global World - 20 Credits
- Intersectional Perspectives on Violence and Victimisation - 20 Credits
Career Opportunities
The programme is designed to prepare students for a range of criminological careers, specifically focused on policing and security, research and academic careers.
Pre-approved for a Master's
If you study for a Bachelor's Honours Degree with us, you will be pre-approved to start a Master's degree at Winchester. To be eligible, you will need to apply by the end of March in the final year of your degree and meet the entry requirements of your chosen Master's degree. Students that come from degrees in different areas need to have a basic knowledge of theoretical criminology. Reading suggestions and material considered essential for the programme will be made available prior to the start of the courses.