Course summary
Why study this course On our Criminology and Psychopathology MSc course you will develop your understanding of a range of key psychological and criminological theories, practices and perspectives involved in crime and mental health. More about this course The aim of this course is to provide you with an up-to-date multidisciplinary scientific and academic knowledge of criminal behaviour within a mental health context, which is particularly useful if you wish to pursue a career in crime prevention and rehabilitation. You will consider theoretical and practical issues relating to the main factors influencing crime from biological, social, cultural and psychological perspectives. The course aims to contribute to the training needs of all those that have a role to play in providing services within criminal justice and across the areas of health, social welfare, education and youth justice services. It also provides an opportunity for a career change. You will explore a range of specialist topics such as:
- the sociological approach to crime, criminology and criminological theory
- the status of the victim throughout the criminal process
- the relationship between psychology and crime
- the impact of mental health issues within health and criminal justice systems
Modules
Example modules include: Research Design and Analysis for Psychology (core, 20 credits); Psychopathology; Psychology and Crime; Contemporary Issues in Criminology; Crime, Risk and Early Interventions; Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism; Law, Policy and Ethics; Research Project.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through a range of methods, of which the exact nature will be determined by the options you take in the spring semester. A range of methods will allow for the demonstration of academic learning through mechanisms that support employability skills. You will be assessed through essays, case studies, oral presentations, critical and systematic reviews, as well as qualitative and quantitative research reports. You will be required to write research reports that include data analysis, which will also be reflected in the 60-credit dissertation.
Entry requirements
You will be required to have a lower second class honours degree (or above) or overseas equivalent.
English language requirements
To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Tier 4 student visa you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements. If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.
More information about our English language requirements.
https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/international/applying/english-language-requirements/postgraduate/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £10500 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £10500 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £10500 | Whole course |
| Wales | £10500 | Whole course |
| EU | £18150 | Whole course |
| International | £18150 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £18150 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £18150 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be additional costs for things like equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees. Additionally, there may be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but which you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.
Provider information
London Metropolitan University
Admissions Office
166-220 Holloway Road
City of London
N7 8DB