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PostgraduateMA

Applied Criminology

University of Worcester
Worcester, England
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1 yearDuration
£12,858Per Year (Intl)
£9,730Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Worcester, the MA Applied Criminology provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Worcester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. What makes the MA Criminology programme at Worcester special? Criminology is a thriving subject at the University of Worcester, with academics drawing from a range of disciplines including Sociology, Law and Psychology. You will be joining a welcoming community of peers and colleagues who will support and encourage you to succeed in your endeavours. The MA in Applied Criminology dynamically integrates theory and practice embracing both learning in the classroom and in placement settings. International tuition fees are £12,858 per year, home/UK fees are £9,730 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Criminological Theory and Practice
Research Methods in Criminology
Criminal Justice Systems and Policy
Offender Management and Rehabilitation
Victimology and Victim Services
Applied Criminology Placement
Specialised Criminology Research Project
Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,858

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£12,858

Home Student Fee

£9,730

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Worcester

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£12,500£21,500£25,500
5 years£19,500£27,000£30,500
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About University of Worcester

University of Worcester offers Applied Criminology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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