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Master of Criminology and Criminal Psychology

Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A master's combining criminology, Criminal psychology and their forensic and legal applications.

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

Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Criminology and Criminal Psychology. Select and apply relevant analytical
Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.

Career outcomes

Police
Courts
Probation
Prisons
Security
Intelligence
Research
Charitable or commercial organisations
Forensic psychology

Curriculum

Modules include criminal investigative psychology
Crime theory
Social forensic psychology
and crime
Terrorism and the state
Plus optional electives
Linking criminological and psychological theory to forensic and legal practice.

Entry requirements

Academic

UK honours degree 2:2 or recognised overseas equivalent for most courses (for example India 3-year degree at 55% or CGPA 6.0/10
China bachelor's 65-70% depending on university)
2:1 for some courses such as MA Social Work and MSc Nursing routes. Source: institution-wide international postgraduate entry pages
Additional academic criteria: Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent for most courses (2:1 for e.g. MA Social Work and the MSc Nursing routes).

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree: UK honours degree 2:2 or recognised overseas equivalent (e.g. India 3-year degree at 55% or CGPA 6.0/10, China bachelor's 65-70% depending on university)

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 60
PTE Academic 59

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 Criminology and Criminal Psychology 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	£17,000 GBP
Application fee	£35 GBP
Deposit	£3,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Canterbury Campus
Faculty or school	School of Business, Law, and Policing
Department	School of Business, Law, and Policing
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Potential Canterbury Christ Church University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Criminology and Criminal Psychology. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
216 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.