Overview

The challenges investigators face are becoming more complex, with many crimes now committed in cyber space and involving digital evidence. The nature of organised crime, including human trafficking, also transcends borders.Investigators who work for companies could be grappling with anything from fraud to insider threats linked to counter-terrorism.The Investigation Practice Masters course at Staffordshire University has been designed to align with the professionalising investigations programme (PIP), which has helped transform investigative practice in police forces. It is equivalent to ‘PIP 3’ – the level of training undertaken by senior investigating officers.

Now you can gain a formal qualification that recognises your transferable skills and enables you to move between sectors. It is ideal for professional development or for those just starting out in their careers.

Career Prospects:

After completing the MSc Investigation Practice, you’ll be equipped with the critical and reflective skills, as well as a range of other transferable skills which are attractive to employers. These can be adapted to a range of professions including, but not limited to:

Policing organisations
Criminal Justice organisations
Office of Police and Crime Commissioners
National, Foreign or Defence Ministries
Security Services
International or Regional investigative bodies
Private sector investigations

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Applied Research Into Policing
Ethical Policing And Organisational Legitimacy
Evidence Based Policing
Investigations Involving Vulnerability And Exploitation
Management Of Serious And Complex Investigation
Research Project And Dissertation
Strategic Leadership Of Investigation

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Duration

Full-time
- 13 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-21 00:00:00 , International

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminal Justice View 21 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent or significant appropriate work experience.

Tuition Fees

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9135 GBP / year

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9165 GBP / year

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