Transnational Organised Crime MA

University of Staffordshire

Transnational Organised Crime has become a significant concern and appears to be on the increase. You’ll study contemporary global issues such as drug and human trafficking, international terrorism, illegal arms trading and financial crime through the lens of critical criminology.You’ll examine the recent emergence of transnational organised crime, its historical precedents at a global level and law enforcement responses. You’ll consider how Transnational Organised Crime is represented by the media.This course offers valuable insight for a range of careers concerned with Transnational Organised Crime and developing strategies and policies for its prevention. You can enhance your knowledge and career prospects through this qualification.You’ll study unique topics, taking a critical perspective and work with our experts in sociology and criminology.Our robust training in research methods will support those wanting to undertake a PhD.On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MA Transnational Organised CrimeDistance learningThe MA in Transnational Organised Crime is a distance learning course and teaching is carried out online. You will not be required to come onto campus to study.Work placementsEmployability is embedded throughout the course and you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a dissertation project within your place of work or volunteer within an organisation, business or government department relating to the issues covered on the MA course.AssessmentThere are two types of assessments: practice (also called formative) or formal (also called summative).Practice assessments do not count towards your final mark. These are your chance to test your understanding and learn how to improve for the real thing.You’ll have formal assessments at the end of each module. These could include essays, reports, e-posters, e presentations, problem-based assignments or portfolios.CareersOn completion of the Transnational Organised Crime MA, you’ll be equipped to work in a wide range of roles, including:National Crime Agency (NCA)Armed ForcesPolicing professions tackling transnational organised crimeBanking sectors tackling financial fraud and compliance, and financial and white-collar crimesNGOs supporting victims of traffickingPolicyEager for more knowledge? Upon completion, you’ll be ideally placed for further academic study at PhD level.