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UCL (University College London): Security and Crime Science
| Institution | UCL (University College London) View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Security and Crime Science |
| Web | https://www.ucl.ac.uk |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
Launch your security science research career with this 3-year Security and Crime Science MPhil/PhD. Make discoveries and contribute to research that’s redefining how we understand crime, with a PhD at the world’s first research institution devoted specifically to crime science.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Launch your security science research career with this 3-year Security and Crime Science MPhil/PhD. Make discoveries and contribute to research that’s redefining how we understand crime, with a PhD at the world’s first research institution devoted specifically to crime science.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Launch your security science research career with this 3-year Security and Crime Science MPhil/PhD. Make discoveries and contribute to research that’s redefining how we understand crime, with a PhD at the world’s first research institution devoted specifically to crime science.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Launch your security science research career with this 3-year Security and Crime Science MPhil/PhD. Make discoveries and contribute to research that’s redefining how we understand crime, with a PhD at the world’s first research institution devoted specifically to crime science.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Launch your security science research career with this 3-year Security and Crime Science MPhil/PhD. Make discoveries and contribute to research that’s redefining how we understand crime, with a PhD at the world’s first research institution devoted specifically to crime science.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Launch your security science research career with this 3-year Security and Crime Science MPhil/PhD. Make discoveries and contribute to research that’s redefining how we understand crime, with a PhD at the world’s first research institution devoted specifically to crime science.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
UCL Security and Crime Science is widely recognised for the impact of its research on real-world crime problems. The Department has long-standing links with police forces, policy makers, academic research centres of excellence and security organisations in the UK and internationally.
A PhD with us allows you to pursue original research and make a distinct and significant contribution to your field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
UCL Security and Crime Science is widely recognised for the impact of its research on real-world crime problems. The Department has long-standing links with police forces, policy makers, academic research centres of excellence and security organisations in the UK and internationally.
A PhD with us allows you to pursue original research and make a distinct and significant contribution to your field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
UCL Security and Crime Science is widely recognised for the impact of its research on real-world crime problems. The Department has long-standing links with police forces, policy makers, academic research centres of excellence and security organisations in the UK and internationally.
A PhD with us allows you to pursue original research and make a distinct and significant contribution to your field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
UCL Security and Crime Science is widely recognised for the impact of its research on real-world crime problems. The Department has long-standing links with police forces, policy makers, academic research centres of excellence and security organisations in the UK and internationally.
A PhD with us allows you to pursue original research and make a distinct and significant contribution to your field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
UCL Security and Crime Science is widely recognised for the impact of its research on real-world crime problems. The Department has long-standing links with police forces, policy makers, academic research centres of excellence and security organisations in the UK and internationally.
A PhD with us allows you to pursue original research and make a distinct and significant contribution to your field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
UCL Security and Crime Science is widely recognised for the impact of its research on real-world crime problems. The Department has long-standing links with police forces, policy makers, academic research centres of excellence and security organisations in the UK and internationally.
A PhD with us allows you to pursue original research and make a distinct and significant contribution to your field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates with a UK Master’s in a science-based subject, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard are encouraged to apply. Applicants must also consider whether the Department of Security and Crime Science has the relevant expertise available to offer sufficient supervision in their chosen area of research. You will be expected to identify two UCL academics to supervise your research before applying. Ideally you will have contacted them before applying to ensure they are able to support your application. Following consideration of applications at the department's Graduate Research Committee, students may be requested to attend an interview with prospective supervisors (either in person or by telephone). English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Multidisciplinary scientific approaches are rapidly becoming one of our most effective weapons in the fight against crime. This course will introduce you to the tools used to understand, prevent and reduce crime through scientific methodologies. 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.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a lower second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Multidisciplinary scientific approaches are rapidly becoming one of our most effective weapons in the fight against crime. This course will introduce you to the tools used to understand, prevent and reduce crime through scientific methodologies. 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.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a lower second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 3 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
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