MA Criminology and Sociology

The Criminology and Sociology (MA) program at Bangor University is aimed at students seeking advanced knowledge and professional competence in the field. The course offers an international, comparative focus on criminology and sociology, with student engagement in theoretical discussions, analysis of data and practical application.Course Content: The course covers a wide range of topics including crime, justice, society, social policy, culture and identity, enabling students to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, research methods and data analysis. It combines contemporary and celebrated theory with an emphasis on the practical application of study.Key Modules: Some of the key modules included in this course are Perspectives on Social Policy, Key Issues in Contemporary Criminology, Comparative Criminology, and Research Strategies and Design.Accreditations: There is no specific accreditation mentioned for this course.Future Careers: The course opens a wide variety of career opportunities in professions such as the criminal justice sector, the police and prison services, legal work, local authorities, third sector (voluntary) organizations, social research, teaching, and also provides the foundation for further academic study at PhD level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.