MA Criminology and Criminal Justice

The Criminology and Criminal Justice course offered by Northumbria University integrates the two disciplines and gives a wider insight into the complexities of crime and the criminal justice system. The course provides a solid understanding of societal inadequacies regarding crime and justice issues, offering the choice of specialising in areas such as intelligence, psychology, law, and global crime.Course Content: Over the course duration, students will learn about what constitutes a crime, why people commit crimes, how society responds to crime, and how offenders are dealt with. The course also covers the broader societal issues that often accompany crime and criminal behaviour, such as poverty, inequality, and discrimination. Independent learning is a key aspect of this course, complemented by varied teaching methods designed to develop a range of skills and knowledge. Key Modules: Some of the major modules include Introduction to Criminological Theory, Introduction to Criminal Justice, Applied Research Skills, Contemporary Challenges in Criminal Justice, International and Comparative Criminology, and Security and Justice in a Global Age.Accreditations: Not specified Future Careers: The Criminology and Criminal Justice programme equips students with the skills, knowledge, and critical thinking abilities that are attractive to employers. Graduates can work in a wide range of fields such as policing, probation, youth justice, community safety, crime prevention, the prison service, and various roles within the Home Office, Crown Prosecution Service, voluntary sector and non-governmental organisations.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.