Global Criminology and Criminal Justice MA

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 12 month(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 28,080 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Global Criminology and Criminal Justice MA

About

Course overview

Unlock new perspectives on crime and justice with our MA Global Criminology and Criminal Justice. This course challenges you to think critically about crime, deviance, and justice in a rapidly changing global world.

This course empowers you with critical insights and practical skills, preparing you to lead in criminal justice and social research. You will shape policy, advance justice, and drive meaningful change in global contexts.

Course Structure

This programme will be taught over a 12-month period if studying full-time, and over a 24-month period if studying part-time.

You will study core modules in Advanced Criminological Theory and Social Research and Analysis Skills and choose optional modules, as well as working on your Dissertation.

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Unlock new perspectives on crime and justice with our MA Global Criminology and Criminal Justice. Develop your critical thinking on those topics in a rapidly changing global world. Find out more.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

English Program Requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

Career

Career opportunities

This course develops essential employability skills like critical thinking, research skills, and problem-solving, all of which are crucial for navigating crime and justice systems. Graduates will be prepared for a diverse range of careers in criminal justice, policy-making, analysis, and academia, with opportunities in both the public and private sectors. No matter your chosen field, this course ensures you gain a profound understanding of complex social phenomena, empowering you to make a significant impact.

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Careers and employability