Overview

Criminology and Criminal Justice programme from The University of Edinburgh gives you a solid grounding in the core and cutting-edge research and theory of this interdisciplinary field, and requires you to reflect on how to apply it to pressing questions of policy and practice.

Throughout the degree you will have ample opportunity to interact with our academics’ research, which is both theoretical and empirical, and makes a difference to the world both locally and globally.

This MSc is suitable both for those who have studied criminology at undergraduate level and for those who are new to the subject. Prospective students should, however, have a background in one of the social sciences or law for admission to the programme.

As a student on this programme, you will be part of a vibrant community of active researchers, international visiting scholars, and local practitioners in criminology and criminal justice. You will be welcomed to, and encouraged to participate in, research events and activities based in the Law School, the wider University, and beyond.

The Law School is a member of the Scottish Institute for Policing Research and the Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research – both of which have international networks - which connects us, and our students, to the wider academic and policy environment.

The programme provides top-quality training in criminological research methods and skills, essential both for the further study of criminology (we have a strong cohort of criminology PhD students, some recruited from this MSc) and for employment in the criminal justice field.

Career opportunities:

Graduates from this programme have gone on to a wide range of careers, including working with offenders and victims, and for various agencies including:

police, prisons and correctional services

governmental and non-governmental agencies

academic and research institutions

Recent graduates have gone on to work as policy officers, researchers and asylum decision-makers.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Criminological Research Methods

Theoretical Criminology

Criminal Justice and Penal Process

Global Crime and Insecurity

Citizenship in Europe

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-20 00:00:00

More details

It is strongly recommended that you apply as early as possible

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Legal Studies Criminology Criminal Justice View 149 other Masters in Criminology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum UK 2:1 honours degree from a UK university, or its international equivalent, in law.

In evaluating your application for postgraduate study, greater emphasis may be placed upon results of prior learning in subjects relevant to the intended degree programme.

Supporting your application:

Relevant work experience is not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.

Relevant professional qualifications will be considered.

Preference will be given to those with grades above the minimum requirements due to strong competition for places on this programme.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

32000 GBP / year

≈ 32000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

13700 GBP / year

≈ 13700 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees per year:

UK: £6,850.00

International: £16,000.00

ESCR track tuition fees per year:

UK: £13,700.00

International: £32,000.00

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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