Course Overview
Offered by Wrexham University, the MA Criminology and Criminal Justice provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Wrexham, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. This MA Criminology and Criminal Justice programme is designed to offer students, with or without a first degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice, the opportunity to progress academically and professionally within the field. The programme integrates theory, social research, skills and professional experience, preparing students with critical thinking skills for employment in the workforce in criminal and community justice related settings. It aims to: Provide an advanced level programme for students wanting to critically analyse the theory and practice of criminal justice. International tuition fees are £8,950 per year, home/UK fees are £8,950 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£8,950
per year
Home Student Fee
£8,950
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Wrexham University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £30,000 | £34,000 |
| 3 years | £16,500 | £22,000 | £27,000 |
| 5 years | £17,000 | £26,000 | £32,000 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About Wrexham University
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