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Master of Criminal Justice and Security

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

One-year full-time master's in criminal justice and security, at the Cyncoed campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge in Criminal Justice and Security. Apply skills related to with emphasis on transnational and organised crime
drug markets and trafficking
Applied assessments include simulated tribunals and public exhibitions. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.

Career outcomes

Policing
Probation
Prisons
Youth justice
Community safety
Safeguarding
Criminal justice policy
Third-sector organisations such as victim support and prison reform charities
International criminal justice

Curriculum

Study of how criminal justice institutions work and how reform can be achieved nationally and internationally
with emphasis on transnational and organised crime
drug markets and trafficking. Applied assessments include simulated tribunals and public exhibitions
plus structured research training. PgD and PgC exit awards exist.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours degree
Usually 2:2 or above
In a relevant subject (or an equivalent professional qualification
MBA also accepts management experience)
Non-UK degrees are assessed by the Admissions team
Some courses require an interview or portfolio
IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 by course.

Accepted academic background

Honours degree, usually 2:2 or above, in a relevant subject (or a professional qualification, MBA also accepts five years of management experience), equivalence set by the Admissions team for non-UK degrees (country page: e.g. India four-year/three-year bachelor degree from a recognised institution), interview for some courses, portfolio for Art and Design

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing
TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the Criminal Justice and Security admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£17,600 GBP
Application fee	£35 GBP
Deposit	£3,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Cyncoed Campus
Faculty or school	Cardiff School of Education & Social Policy
Department	Cardiff School of Education & Social Policy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Potential Cardiff Metropolitan University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Criminal Justice and Security. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
121 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
121 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.