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Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Online/Distance Learning
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Study mode
Distance / Online
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Start date
SEP-22
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Duration
2 years
Course summary
Overview
If you're interested in criminal justice – government policy, the penal process or the response of criminal justice systems to offending – then this MSc Criminal Justice Master’s degree is for you.
On this course, you'll focus on disadvantaged communities and groups, and their treatment by and within the criminal justice system. You’ll debate key issues such as policing, sentencing and types of punishment.
You can study the course full or part-time, on campus or through distance learning.
What you'll experience
On this course, you'll:
- Learn from an experienced team of criminal justice specialists in our Institute of Criminal Justice Studies
- Benefit from our local, national and international links with the criminal justice sector
- Customise your degree to meet your career goals
- Draw on the expertise and facilities in our Institute of Criminal Justice Studies
- Hear from guest speakers who are professionals in the criminal justice field
- Learn through our supported distance learning programme, which gives you the flexibility to fit your studies in around other commitments
- Have 24/7 access to the extensive facilities in our university library, including books, ejournals and newspaper
Careers and opportunities
What can you do with a Criminal Justice degree?
On this course you'll learn skills that apply to several career choices in areas such as:
- Policing (as an officer or civilian staff)
- Crime analysis
- Probation
- The courts and prison service
- Local authorities
- Cybersecurity
- Military
- Civil Service
- Academia and research
- Charities
- Private industry
Work experience and career planning
We'll help you to identify voluntary roles and opportunities that will complement your studies.
When you complete this course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work in the heritage, teaching, or other related industries.
After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 4,050per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
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University League Table
69th
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Campus address
University of Portsmouth, University House, Winston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO1 2UP, England
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Subject ranking
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Entry standards
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
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