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Criminology and Criminal Psychology at University of Essex Online - UCAS

University of Essex Online

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: University of Essex

Criminology and Criminal Psychology (Taught)

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Course summary

This online Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Psychology is an advanced qualification that is designed to equip graduates with a thorough understanding of cutting-edge and important topics within criminology and criminal psychology. Our Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Psychology offers an advanced qualification that is designed to equip graduates with a thorough understanding of cutting-edge and important topics within criminology and criminal psychology. Upon completion of your Postgraduate Diploma, we offer the opportunity for you to progress on to study for a full Masters (awarded after 180 credits).

Modules

The Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Psychology is made up of the following modules and, upon completion, is equal to a total of 120 credits at Level 7. Level 7 modules: Applied Forensic Psychology (20 credits) Crime, Causation and Criminological Theory (20 credits) Complex Criminal investigations (20 credits) Practical Psychology for Policing (20 credits) Advanced Research Methods (20 credits)* Optional modules** Criminal Victimisation (20 credits) Policing: Leadership, Policy & Partnerships (20 credits)

  • These modules are core and must be passed in order to achieve the award.
** In addition to the core modules, students will take one optional module.

Assessment method

We adopt an assignment-based approach to assessment instead of exams. Assessment will be based on a combination of written assignments and engagement in online discussion forums.


Entry requirements

Academic entry route: An undergraduate degree from an approved institution equivalent to a UK Honours degree or a relevant professional qualification. If English is not your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to IELTS (Academic) 6.5. Open entry route: At least 5 years’ senior level work experience. If English is not your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to IELTS (Academic) 6.5.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £8314 Whole course
Northern Ireland £8314 Whole course
Scotland £8314 Whole course
Wales £8314 Whole course
EU £8700 Whole course
International £8700 Whole course
Channel Islands £8700 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £8700 Whole course

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.
Criminology and Criminal Psychology at University of Essex Online - UCAS