Course summary

This course develops your knowledge of contemporary theory and practices in criminal investigation, relevant legislation, and information relating to criminal justice studies and criminal law. The student-centred nature of teaching and assessment allows you to tailor your studies to your own areas of personal or professional interests. The dissertation module particularly enables extended research in a related area specific to your interests or career requirements. Course modules focus both on practical investigative guidance and procedures, and current perspectives and requirements in law. The teaching team draw on their specific research interests to deliver enhanced knowledge and appreciation of the module content. You develop recognised subject-specific knowledge and understanding, cognitive, intellectual, practical, professional and generic key skills and qualities, which have a directly beneficial effect on future employability, whether in the legal profession or in subject-related disciplines, including academia. You will be equipped to contribute to and inform policy-making decisions in your chosen sector. Graduates are equipped to work within, or progress their existing careers in, the criminal justice institutions, such as the police, prison and probation services, other investigation-related institutions and organisations, and relevant private sectors. Visit Teesside University’s website to apply to start in September or January.