MSc Criminology

The Criminology MSc course offered by the University of Surrey introduces learners to the challenging and valuable discipline of criminology and criminal justice. A thorough understanding of the causes of crime will be acquired while students hone vital skills through the hands-on fieldwork opportunities and comprehensive research modules integrated into the course.Course Content: The course content of the Criminology MSc course covers an extensive range of topics in criminology relevant to policy and practice. It covers the advanced study of criminology, key concepts and theories, research methods, crime and offender patterns, criminological psychology, and policing organisations among other subjects.Key Modules: Key modules include Criminological Theories, Policy and Practice; Crime and Offender Patterns; The Criminal Justice System and Policing; Cybercrime and Cybersecurity; and Psychology and Criminal Behaviour. Students also complete a module on Research Methods and a dissertation, with an opportunity to conduct in-depth research on a topic of personal interest.Accreditations: The Criminology MSc at the University of Surrey is recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) for providing research training.Future Careers: A range of career paths are open to graduates of the Criminology MSc program, including roles in research, policy-making, administration, and frontline service delivery in fields such as policing, probation, prisons, youth justice, and community safety. Students will be equipped to pursue further academic study in the field.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.