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Criminology MSci

University of Staffordshire

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  • Qualification

    Master of Science - MSci

  • Location

    Staffordshire University (Stoke Campus)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Our Criminology degrees dont just teach you the theories behind criminality, we help you understand the causes, reactions and solutions to crime. If you study with us, you could either study Criminology more broadly or choose to specialise on one of our pathways.At Staffordshire University, youll study the complex causes of crime and how our societies should respond to pressing problems, such as domestic violence, knife crime, or drug related crime, as well as supra national issues such as terrorism and transnational organised crime. Whats more, youll learn to consider the social context in which crime and punishment takes place, and eventually, youll start to challenge your preconceptions of ‘violence, ‘harm and ‘justice.Youll explore the relationship between criminological theories and criminal justice policies and practices. Youll be investigating and discussing the explanations for crime and how the courts deal with them. Plus, youll explore the role of punishment and the secure estate, investigate crimes of the powerful, and come to understand the role of the media within the justice system.The MSci course combines Bachelors-level and Masters-level study in one integrated programme. Students follow the same structure of study in years 1 to 3, but complete advanced modules and an integrated placement option in their fourth and final year. CareersA Criminology degree from Staffordshire University unlocks the pathways to a wide range of rewarding and exciting careers, our graduates go on to establish careers in a multitude of fields within roles in the following sectors:Private security services NCA MI5 & MI6 3rd sector: victim support rape crisis drug and alcohol support,Graduate schemes, Social/crime related research roles Local/central government – e.g. community safety partnerships, policymaking departments, Civil Service,Education

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 16,750per year

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University information

University of Staffordshire

University of Staffordshire

University of Staffordshire

  • University League Table

    97th

  • Campus address

    Staffordshire University, College Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 2DE, England

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Alongside leading modern courses, the university offers facilities like the Smart Zone, featuring digital and immersive technologies, and engineering workshops.
The university offers dedicated international student support and celebrates its diverse and inclusive community through a calendar of student-led events.
Students are supported to make industry connections and there are opportunities through the Innovation Enterprise Zone to get hands-on and paid work experience.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    105th out of 109 1

    65th out of 101 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    100 45%

    105th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    96th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.57 64%

    108th

    2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    112 54%

    76th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    52.0 52%

    84th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    20th

    16

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