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Criminology & Criminal Justice Bournemouth University (BU)

Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
Masters Degree On-Campus Full-time, Part-time 1 - 2 years September £10500 year per £18900 year per
Course fee notes

Scholarships rewarding academic achievement available from £2,000. Find out more. Fees are for September 2026 entry. Please check Bournemouth University course website for the latest tuition fees information. For fees and funding information, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/pg-funding 

Course overview

Take your understanding of criminality and criminal justice to the next level. Whether you are developing your career or moving on from undergraduate study, this course will help advance your skills to meet the demands of crime and criminal justice roles.

Why study MA Criminology & Criminal Justice at BU?

  • Develop advanced analytical knowledge and understanding of criminological theory and criminal justice processes and outcomes, informed by current practice and research
  • Advance your leadership and practice skills to align with requirements from current employers in criminal justice
  • Conduct an independent piece of critical research in a related area of your choice
  • Develop advanced research skills for critically examining complex problems, suitable for theoretical and practical application
  • Consider criminology and criminal justice from a global perspective
  • Advance your knowledge of crime and criminology under the tutelage of our research-active teaching staff, bringing research and professional practice into the classroom environment.

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