Course summary
The Criminology MSc is a research-informed programme designed to allow students to develop specialist, applied knowledge about crime and its control but also about how we understand and conceptualise the notion of justice. Through engaging with a range of modules, students will begin to question traditional understandings of justice and its application in contemporary society. This new and innovative programme builds upon Loughborough’s strengths and is taught by leading research experts from a range of criminological, sociological and psychological backgrounds with real world experience of the programme content. You will study bespoke content developed to align with our internationally recognised research in fields such as sexual violence, youth justice, sports criminology, psychology and the criminal justice practice, alongside material that develops a holistic understanding of criminology. Teaching on the programme is research led but student focused. You will benefit from our strong links to a broad range of criminal justice and professional organisations. Studying with us will provide you with practical insights into current debates in the field of criminology, alongside transferable, employability skills which are embedded within our curriculum. Who should study this programme? Our Criminology MSc degree is for graduates who are interested in the study of crime and justice. This includes understanding how people become involved in crime, how justice systems respond offending behaviour and the many ways that we can improve social and justice policies to address the problem of crime. We explore how social structures, systematic bias and inequity, as well as government policies intersect in ways which exacerbate crime. We explore in detail how varied social science disciplines including criminology, sociology, psychology, applied criminal justice, law, and victimology, can be harnessed to help global societies to tackle crime, reduce criminogenic lifestyles and improve justice systems. Therefore, this course is suitable for students from a wide range of social-science backgrounds with an interest in crime and justice issues, who plan to further their research or employment prospects in these areas.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through coursework, presentations, essays and reports. The final assessment is a presentation and a dissertation, based on an original research project carried out with one-to-one guidance from a supervisor.
Entry requirements
A 2:2 honours degree with 55% or above (or equivalent international qualification), in Criminology or a cognate discipline i.e., Law, Psychology, Sociology, Politics or Social Policy or equivalent international academic qualifications. Professional experience will be considered.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this 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
Fees for part-time study are calculated based on the number of credits studied each year. Please see our website for more information.
Provider information
Loughborough University
Loughborough
LE11 3TU