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Oxford Brookes University: Criminology
| Institution | Oxford Brookes University |
|---|---|
| Department | Law |
| Web | http://www.brookes.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Probe public perceptions, unpack theories and prepare to fight injustice with a degree designed to go beyond what you might expect from a criminology course.
Challenging current systems and viewing the world through a critical lens are at the heart of this course. You’ll learn from researchers looking at policing, youth justice, radicalisation, and more. This expertise fuels our teaching and means we can offer a diverse range of optional modules.
You might have already studied criminology and want to take your knowledge up a notch. Perhaps you work in criminal justice and want to extend your skills. Even if you’ve never studied the subject before, this course is perfect for people curious about crime and uncovering creative solutions to making the world safer.
With employability at the heart of the course, it draws on well-established links with organisations including Thames Valley Police, the Probation Service, victim support and young offenders charities. Thanks to our connections, you’ll be able to forge links for future opportunities with these organisations.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally be required to have (or to be expecting) a good honours degree, or an equivalent degree awarded by a university outside the United Kingdom. The degree should be a relevant social sciences or humanities undergraduate, but other degrees will be considered so long as they relate to Criminology in the personal statement. We welcome applications from both non-Criminology graduates and work experience-based candidates. Students new to the academic study of criminology will be advised to read a number of recommended texts by way of induction before they begin the course. Students are also encouraged to attend the induction sessions provided in the week prior to the beginning of the course. Applicants with career-based experience in criminal justice or related fields will also be considered, without an undergraduate degree. Please also see the University's general entry requirements. |
| Location | Headington Campus Gipsy Lane Oxford OX3 0BP |
Fees
| England | 4400 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4400 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
While many criminology courses are taught from a criminal justice angle, at Oxford Brookes you’ll study the subject from a much broader, interdisciplinary perspective. Study contemporary theories and issues in Criminology, and how to apply them to the criminal justice system and satellite organisations that support it. We teach students to be critical of preconceptions surrounding crime and crime control and empowered to engage positively with their communities and make an impact in the world.
This course focuses on contemporary issues in criminology including decolonisation, environment, gender and sexuality and online spaces. We tackle important issues facing society today through a criminological lens, and encourage students to be active and critical members of society.
With employability at the heart of the programme, it draws on well-established links with organisations including Thames Valley Police, the Probation Service, Oxford City Council, and many charities supporting young offenders to provide insight and experience across some of the applied aspects of the discipline.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally be required to have (or to be expecting) a good (2.2) honours degree, or an equivalent degree awarded by a university outside the United Kingdom. The degree may be in Criminology or in a related discipline. We welcome applications from both non-Criminology graduates and work experience-based candidates. Students new to the academic study of criminology will be advised to read a number of recommended texts by way of induction before they begin the course. Students are also encouraged to attend the induction sessions provided in the week prior to the beginning of the course. Please also see the University's general entry requirements. |
| Location | Headington Campus Gipsy Lane Oxford OX3 0BP |
Fees
| England | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8200 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 16450 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 16450 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
While many criminology courses are taught from a criminal justice angle, at Oxford Brookes you’ll study the subject from a much broader, interdisciplinary perspective. Study contemporary theories and issues in Criminology, and how to apply them to the criminal justice system and satellite organisations that support it. We teach students to be critical of preconceptions surrounding crime and crime control and empowered to engage positively with their communities and make an impact in the world.
This course focuses on contemporary issues in criminology including decolonisation, environment, gender and sexuality and online spaces. We tackle important issues facing society today through a criminological lens, and encourage students to be active and critical members of society.
With employability at the heart of the programme, it draws on well-established links with organisations including Thames Valley Police, the Probation Service, Oxford City Council, and many charities supporting young offenders to provide insight and experience across some of the applied aspects of the discipline.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally be required to have (or to be expecting) a good (2.2) honours degree, or an equivalent degree awarded by a university outside the United Kingdom. The degree may be in Criminology or in a related discipline. We welcome applications from both non-Criminology graduates and work experience-based candidates. Students new to the academic study of criminology will be advised to read a number of recommended texts by way of induction before they begin the course. Students are also encouraged to attend the induction sessions provided in the week prior to the beginning of the course. Please also see the University's general entry requirements. |
| Location | Headington Campus Gipsy Lane Oxford OX3 0BP |
Fees
| England | 4100 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4100 GBP for Year 1 |
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