MA Criminology and Social Research Postgraduate Programme By University of York |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 251-300QS Subject Rankings

Tuitionfee

18,240 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Law and Legal StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

In this course, you'll learn how to analyse a wide range of data to examine the motivations behind why people commit crime and how societies attempt to control them. You'll also gain a critical understanding and practical knowledge of a range of social research methods relevant to conducting criminological research. Develop your awareness of the central academic debates in criminology and criminal justice; develop understanding of how academic criminology relates to the ‘real world’ problems of crime, deviance and social control in society. After finishing your studies, you'll have the skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career in academic research, criminal justice and related fields.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

In this course, you'll learn how to analyse a wide range of data to examine the motivations behind why people commit crime and how societies attempt to control them. You'll also gain a critical understanding and practical knowledge of a range of social research methods relevant to conducting criminological research. Develop your awareness of the central academic debates in criminology and criminal justice; develop understanding of how academic criminology relates to the ‘real world’ problems of crime, deviance and social control in society. After finishing your studies, you'll have the skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career in academic research, criminal justice and related fields.

Admission Requirements

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176+
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Applicants must have at least a 2:1 degree in sociology, criminology in a cognate discipline or equivalent suitable experience or qualifications. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact the course coordinator. 

Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
8,040 GBP
International
18,240 GBP

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