Course Overview

The MA Criminology and Criminal Justice at Northumbria University is a dynamic course that offers a flexible mode of study. You will be encouraged to develop a critical understanding of the key themes, issues, and political debates concerning crime, crime control, and criminal and social justice in the UK and globally. Learn from an exciting, vibrant, and dynamic team of scholars who are high-quality teachers and internationally renowned experts within their subject. All of the Criminology staff team have doctorates or extensive professional experience in the Criminology/criminal justice sector. Equipped with excellent practical, communication, and transferable skills you will be well placed for a range of roles including drug action teams, law enforcement, research, community safety, local authority, voluntary and charitable sectors. On graduating, you will have developed advanced written and oral communication skills and the ability to apply Criminologist concepts to a wide range of practical issues. You will be able to demonstrate research skills which are valuable in many professions and show that you are someone who can apply independent critical thinking and judgment.

General Eligibility

A minimum of a 2:2 honors degree in a relevant social science subject. Applicants with appropriate work experience and/or a relevant professional qualification will be considered.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).