Overview

The Criminology and Criminal Justice course at The University of Exeter offers you the opportunity to explore some of the most urgent and complex questions facing crime and justice today, combining academic depth with practical insight.

Careers

The MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice will prepare you for a successful and rewarding career in the criminal justice sector. Having built new multidisciplinary skills, including both theoretical and practical knowledge disciplines, graduates can go on to work in a wide range of sectors, including:

Criminal justice and law enforcement - Crime Analyst, Investigation Support Officer, Intelligence Analyst

Government and public sector - Policy Advisor, Research Officer

Charities and NGOs - Victim Support Worker, Advocacy roles

Private sector - Security Analyst, Cyber-security Specialist, Consultancy

Academic pathways - Further study and research opportunities

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminological Theory and Practice

Research Methods in the Social Sciences

Policy Analytics: Dissertation or Research Consultancy Project

Advanced Topics in Criminal Justice

Policy Analysis in Criminology

Evidence-Based Policing

Security, Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-11 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-16 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Exeter, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

2:2 Honours Degree or above in Criminology, Sociology, Anthropology, Statistics, Data or English.

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Tuition Fees

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25550 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

12650 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time

UK students: £6,325

International students: £12,775

Living costs

Exeter

United Kingdom

649 - 1087 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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