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MSc Criminal Justice
This course aims to develop and refine students'
detailed knowledge and understanding of
explanations of crime and the criminal justice
system. In addition to providing a wide-ranging
examination of the extent, effects and explanations
of crime, the programme examines the criminal
justice process including the police, courts
and prison, and analyses methods of crime
prevention and control. It also offers students
the opportunity to undertake supervised
research in an area of direct professional
relevance.
Course structure
The course consists of six core modules,
all of which must be successfully completed
to qualify for the Postgraduate Diploma
in Criminal Justice. To progress to your
MSc degree, you must also successfully complete
a dissertation.
Course modules
Understanding Crime
Provides a broad overview of some of the
most up-to-date and innovative areas of
research in the fields of criminology and
criminal justice. Introduces key theoretical
debates and demonstrates how these theories
can be used to assist in understanding particular
contemporary criminological issues.
Theories of Crime and Deviance
Provides students with a detailed knowledge
and understanding of theoretical debates
within criminology. It examines theories
of crime causation from biological explanations
to contemporary debates.
Research Methods in the Study of Crime and
Criminal Justice
Equips students with a comprehensive knowledge
and understanding of methodological issues
in the study of crime and criminal justice.
Policing and Crime Prevention
Examines theoretical perspectives and policy
debates in policing and crime prevention
in contemporary societies.
Issues in the Criminal Justice Process
Reviews and analyses the operation of the
criminal justice system. It examines issues
arising from the law relating to the criminal
justice process and its practical operation.
Crime and Penal Policy
Provides students with an in-depth understanding
of the function, use and types of punishment
both currently and historically, while examining
the theories of punishment and contemporary
debates on penology.
Dissertation
The final stage towards your MSc degree
is the preparation of a dissertation of
between 15,000 and 20,000 words. Its aim
is to enable you to undertake research into
a subject of your own choosing, as you apply
the theoretical knowledge and methodological
skills you have gained throughout the course.
The course has been prepared by lecturers
who are at the forefront of research in
this field. Subject information is updated
constantly to keep abreast of this fast-changing
subject area, and the very latest distance
teaching techniques are geared to providing
an intellectually stimulating, enjoyable
and enriching learning experience.
How is the course assessed?
The course is based on continuous assessment,
with each of the six study modules comprising
a written paper of not more than 4,000 words.
Having passed the six modules, you will
then be eligible for the Postgraduate Diploma
in Criminal Justice. Each module lasts 12
weeks, three weeks of which are set aside
for you to write your assignment. You will
have approximately five months to complete
your dissertation. Upon passing the dissertation,
you will be awarded the MSc degree.
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