MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice

Course overview

Advanced study of theoretical and applied criminology, covering contemporary criminal justice issues including policing, crime prevention, rehabilitation and punishment.

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Duration

1 year

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£16,275 / yearUniversity fee information (opens in a new tab)

Initial deposit

95% Fee

Country

Scotland

Campus

Paisley Campus

Official course page

https://www.uws.ac.uk/study/

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

For applicants from Pakistan

A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. International applicants must meet the course-specific academic requirements and English language requirements, normally IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 or an accepted equivalent.

Scholarships & discounts

For selected programmes at UWS Scottish and London campuses: • Class-based programmes: net fee £13,000 • Lab-based programmes: net fee £15,000

Pre-CAS interview

Required

Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process

Stage

After the initial deposit is paid

Format

Live interview

Course modules

Applied Criminology and Criminal Justice (20) Comparative Policing (20) Comparative Penology (20) Applied Research Methods in Social Sciences (20) Contemporary Social Issues (20) One optional 20-credit module MSc Social Sciences Dissertation (60)