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University of Plymouth: Criminology
| Institution | University of Plymouth View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Society and Culture |
| Web | https://www.plymouth.ac.uk |
| admissions@plymouth.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 1752 585858 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Study criminology at an advanced level and gain a relevant, in-depth and sophisticated understanding of contemporary criminological theory, as well as the necessary skills to strengthen your competence as a learner and practitioner. Benefit from a flexible approach to learning, studying the course where and when you want to. Explore and explain the causes of crime through theoretical approaches, in practice or via work-based learning, and open the door to a successful and fulfilling career.
You will engage with real world problems and issues. You will be inspired by renowned external speakers, student presenters and core lectures at our bespoke symposiums. You’ll also participate in contemporary and relevant applied criminological research through our strategic partnerships with regional, national or international criminal justice agencies and rights organisations. You will find career opportunities in a diverse range of settings. 1 year full-time. Part-time route available
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Engage with real world problems and issues - the MSc Criminology adopts a problem-based approach to learning.
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Be inspired by renowned external speakers, student presenters and core lectures at our bespoke symposiums.
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Learn from internationally recognised, research-active staff who ensure the programme is at the cutting edge of developments in criminological theory and criminal justice policy and practice.
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Benefit from a blended learning environment which provides supportive and flexible learning, suitable for traditional, distance and part-time learning.
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Participate in contemporary and relevant applied criminological research through our strategic partnerships with regional (police, youth justice, probation), national (Howard League for Penal Reform, Children’s Rights Alliance, Prison Reform Trust) or international (Amnesty International, United Nations High Commission on Human Rights) criminal justice agencies and rights organisations.
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Choose a career in the private, public or third sector – highly transferable skills mean you will find career opportunities in a diverse range of settings.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have a second-class (2.2) honours degree or equivalent, or an equivalent professional qualification. Applicants are required to submit a personal statement within the application form that addresses the following questions: Why are you suitable to study at this level? Why do you want to study criminology at Plymouth? What is your specific area of interest? What do you hope to achieve? * Other qualifications accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field may also be considered. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have a second-class (2.2) honours degree or equivalent, or an equivalent professional qualification. Applicants are required to submit a personal statement within the application form that addresses the following questions: Why are you suitable to study at this level? Why do you want to study criminology at Plymouth? What is your specific area of interest? What do you hope to achieve? * Other qualifications accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field may also be considered. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a second-class honours degree or equivalent, or an equivalent professional qualification. Applicants are required to submit a personal statement within the application form that addresses the following questions: Why are you suitable to study at this level? Why do you want to study criminology at Plymouth? What is your specific area of interest? What do you hope to achieve? * Other qualifications accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field may also be considered. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a second-class honours degree or equivalent, or an equivalent professional qualification. Applicants are required to submit a personal statement within the application form that addresses the following questions: Why are you suitable to study at this level? Why do you want to study criminology at Plymouth? What is your specific area of interest? What do you hope to achieve? * Other qualifications accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field may also be considered. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
About us
At the University of Plymouth, we are proud to be a top 3 modern UK university (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2023) and are internationally renowned for high-quality research and teaching. We have also recently been awarded gold ratings across the board in the latest round of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023). At the University of Plymouth, you will be studying alongside a community of people who believe deeply in the power of education to create positive change in society.
Our collective ethos is to use our knowledge for action – to apply real change, …
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