Masters Degrees in Criminology

We have 193 Masters Degrees in Criminology

Masters degrees in Criminology study the causes and effects of crime, along with how criminal behaviour might be prevented. Courses typically examine crime from sociological and legal perspectives, combining theoretical and practical approaches. Most Criminology Masters are MAs, but some institutions offer them as an MSc. Closely related postgraduate specialisms include Criminal Justice, Criminological Anthropology and Criminal Law.

Why study a Masters in Criminology?

Criminology tackles some of the biggest problems facing our society, working on ways to prevent or alleviate issues as diverse as extremism, human trafficking, child abuse and social exclusion.

Another important part of many Criminology programmes is the study of victims and the effect that crime has on them (sometimes referred to as Victimology). Rather than focusing on the criminal offender, this approach concentrates on victims and their position in society, offering another dimension to the analysis of crime and its consequences.

There are plenty of employment opportunities for Criminology postgraduates. The two most obvious destinations are probably the prison service and the police, but these aren’t the only possibilities. For example, you could work for a human rights organisation, a non-governmental organisation (NGO) or a charity, to give a few examples.

International Criminology and Security Studies - MA

Liverpool Hope University |
School of Law and Criminology

The MA in International Criminology and Security Studies draws on Liverpool Hope's significant research strength in extremism studies… View course

On campus Part time Full time

Criminology and Criminal Justice - MSc

Aberystwyth University |
Law & Criminology

The MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice at Aberystwyth University provides you with the opportunity to develop advanced analytical knowledge of… View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Green Criminology and Environmental Crime - MRes

Liverpool Hope University |
School of Humanities

Green criminology is an expanding area of interest that speaks to contemporary concerns about sustainability, climate change, environmental justice, biodiversity, and nonhuman animal harm. View course

On campus Part time Full time

MA International Criminology

University of Sheffield |
School of Law

One of only a few courses that focuses on comparative and international perspectives to explore the key issues in criminology and criminal justice globally today. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

MRes Criminology

The University of Manchester |
Faculty of Humanities

The MRes in Criminology course provides you with the advanced theoretical, conceptual and methodological expertise and skills necessary to undertake… View course

On campus Part time Full time

MSc Criminology: Research Methods and Applications

Royal Holloway, University of London |
Department of Law and Criminology

This MSc Criminology is designed for students who are passionate about making a positive impact on society by gaining a comprehensive understanding of… View course

Part time Full time Scholarships available

MPhil - Criminology

Anglia Ruskin University ARU |
Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Our PhD research programmes will allow you to join one of our research projects or explore your own interests in Criminology, supported by the expertise of our staff. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

MA Criminology and Social Justice

Birmingham Newman University |
Postgraduate Courses

The Criminology subject area is situated within the Department of Law, Criminology and policing and builds on the successful Criminology undergraduate provision. View course

Part time Full time

Criminology and Criminal Justice - MA

University of Sussex |
Faculty of Social Sciences

Our MA is an interdisciplinary combination of Criminology and Criminal Justice - distinct but complementary approaches to the study of crime and social control. View course

On campus Part time Full time

MPhil in Criminology

University of Cambridge |
Institute of Criminology

The MPhil provides a foundational education in prominent criminological theories; research methods; and areas of criminological knowledge. View course

On campus Full time

Criminology (MA)

University of York |
Department of Sociology

Gain an in-depth understanding of key issues, debates and theoretical perspectives in criminology and the skills to research crime. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

MSc Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology

Edinburgh Napier University |
School of Applied Sciences

Available as full-time and part-time, the MSc Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology, will allow you to develop a range of enquiring… View course

On campus Part time Full time

Criminology and Criminal Investigations Master's Degree - MSc/PgD

Cardiff Metropolitan University |
Cardiff School of Education and Social Policy

The MSc Criminology & Criminal Investigations at Cardiff Met is an exciting degree that provides a detailed and critical understanding of key and… View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Criminology and Criminal Psychology MSc

University of Greenwich |
School of Law and Criminology

By studying Criminology and Criminal Psychology, you'll learn about the changing nature of psychology, law and criminology, and how to apply your knowledge in the forensic and legal arenas. View course

On campus Part time Full time