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UCL (University College London): Crime Science with Serious Organised Crime
| Institution | UCL (University College London) View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Security and Crime Science |
| Web | https://www.ucl.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
This interdisciplinary Crime Science with Serious Organised Crime MSc shows you how to use science-based approaches to detect and disrupt organised crime networks and groups. Using these tools, you’ll rise to the challenge, reducing harms and mitigating the influence of organised criminals who persistently target some of the most vulnerable members of our society. Modular (flexible) students - Some postgraduate taught and MRes programmes are available on a modular basis. Modular study lasts between 2 and 5 years. This is different to a part-time study which lasts for a fixed period.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant disciplines include science subjects, for example engineering or computer science; or social science subjects, for example, psychology, criminology or geography. Alternatively candidates may qualify for entry if they can offer five or more years of relevant professional experience (for example in the police service, or as a crime prevention worker). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
This interdisciplinary Crime Science with Serious Organised Crime MSc shows you how to use science-based approaches to detect and disrupt organised crime networks and groups. Using these tools, you’ll rise to the challenge, reducing harms and mitigating the influence of organised criminals who persistently target some of the most vulnerable members of our society. Modular (flexible) students - Some postgraduate taught and MRes programmes are available on a modular basis. Modular study lasts between 2 and 5 years. This is different to a part-time study which lasts for a fixed period.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant disciplines include science subjects, for example engineering or computer science; or social science subjects, for example, psychology, criminology or geography. Alternatively candidates may qualify for entry if they can offer five or more years of relevant professional experience (for example in the police service, or as a crime prevention worker). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
This MSc programme provides students with a thorough understanding of how science and scientifically-based techniques can tackle challenges in serious and organised crime. This ranges from disrupting the networks within which crime groups operate, gaining insights into their structure, and developing techniques for detecting and mitigating immediate and sustainable reductions in crime.
Modular (flexible) students - Some postgraduate taught and MRes programmes are available on a modular basis. Modular study lasts between 2 and 5 years. This is different to a part-time study which lasts for a fixed period.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant disciplines include science subjects, for example engineering or computer science; or social science subjects, for example, psychology, criminology or geography. Alternatively candidates may qualify for entry if they can offer five or more years of relevant professional experience (for example in the police service, or as a crime prevention worker). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
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