Course summary
Deepen your understanding of current theories, methods and debates in criminal justice with our Master’s in Criminology.
- Boost your career opportunities within policing and criminal justice, or prepare for further postgraduate research.
- Become familiar with evaluation and evidence-based practice and its increasing importance in the workplace.
- Join the conversation – your research and reflections could help shape the dialogue around current issues.
Modules
MSc Criminology is split into three trimesters, taught across either one year (full-time) or two years (part-time). You’ll begin by looking at advanced theory and contemporary issues in crime and justice, before progressing to the research and evaluation-based modules of the course. In your final trimester, you’ll complete your dissertation.
Assessment method
You’ll be assessed in a variety of ways, including essays, practical projects and presentations. You’ll also complete a 15,000 word dissertation on a topic that you’ll choose in consultation with a supervisor. Your dissertation topic might be an area of interest that has emerged through your studies, or it could be linked to your current professional role and career aspirations.
Entry requirements
We welcome students with a passion and enthusiasm for the subject of criminology. You should have a willingness to engage with the issues of crime, justice and punishment. You'll study with an open mind when considering theories and evidence. We also welcome those who are motivated to use their knowledge and skills to make a difference in the field of practice. This course is suitable for anyone with a good honours degree in Criminology or a related discipline. We'll also consider applicants who are new to the field, or who have relevant work experience. If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide evidence of proficiency in the English language. The Admissions Team assesses applications individually, but for postgraduate courses we're looking for an IELTS score of between 6.0-7.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8595 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8595 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8595 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8595 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8595 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £8595 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15905 | Year 1 |
| International | £15905 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Bath Spa University
Newton Park
Newton St Loe
Bath
BA2 9BN