Postgraduate Diplomas in Social & Cultural Anthropology

The objective of this course is to communicate an anthropologically-informed understanding of social life in both Western and non-Western societies. Read more

Our innovative and highly interdisciplinary MA Gender, Sexuality and Culture master's course is designed specifically for students interested in investigating gender and sexuality within culture. Read more

Criminology is the study of crime, deviance and society – but it is so much more than that. Read more

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive insight of the field of firearms, ammunition and ballistic investigations. Read more

Examine real-life case studies of serious crime and the methods used to police it. Gain the skills and knowledge you need for a career in criminal justice. Read more

University of Aberdeen is an excellent location to study archaeology due to the vast amount of locations which reference civilisations from the past in Aberdeenshire, and the Highlands and Islands. Read more

Our MSc Criminology course establishes clear connections between conceptual theories of crime and justice, and applied examples of how they affect contemporary societies. Read more

This course is only available to  ESRC applicants  applying for a 1+3 (Master's plus PhD) funded route. We are unable to accept applications from independent candidates. Read more

This masters programme is the only dedicated postgraduate degree in Island Studies in Scotland. It focuses on the study of islands and their communities, both in Scotland and internationally. Read more

This course provides you with expert training in the latest methods and approaches used in criminological research. We're ranked 1st in Scotland and Top 5 in the UK for Criminology (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023). Read more

Data security breaches are on the rise, but you can be part of the solution. Read more

This Master's programme provides an advanced critical insight into current developments in the study of migration, organised crime and human trafficking. Read more

This online Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Psychology is an advanced qualification that is designed to equip graduates with a thorough understanding of cutting-edge and important topics within criminology and criminal psychology. Read more

The PGDip in Criminology course allows you to develop specialist knowledge of the current themes and historical debates surrounding crime causation, crime control and regulation. Read more

Criminology can be described as the study of crime, people who commit crime, and the criminal justice system. Read more