MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice (Full time) - example page
Overview
This is a nine month full-time programme which equips its graduates with an advanced understanding of crime and criminal justice. The degree comprises core courses in criminological theory and the study of criminal justice, provides training in research design and methodology, and offers students the opportunity to take optional courses in a wide range of subject areas, including policing, sentencing, prisons, the sociology of punishment, restorative justice, crime and the family, human rights, victims, youth justice, risk and security, border criminology and the death penalty.
Students also research and write a dissertation on a subject of their own choosing under the guidance of a supervisor. A stimulating and demanding programme, involving intensive learning in small groups, the MSc is suitable for those with an excellent first degree in sociology, law, politics, psychology, history or another subject relevant to criminology.
Course in brief
Components
- Two Compulsory Courses; Criminology Theories and Criminal Justice, and Research Design and Data Collection
- Five optional modules selected from a list of 15 or so. See the options here.
- A dissertation of 12,000 to 15,000 words researched and written independently under supervision
- Assessment through examination of core course modules, written assessments and assessed essays
Who should consider this course
Students wishing to develop an advanced understanding of crime and criminal justice.
Practical information
Official course overviews, application deadlines and application procedures can be found on the main Oxford University website.
Course structure
An induction programme is run in the two weeks before the start of the first term. This introduces students to the modules on offer on the MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice, along with introductions to the computing services and library facilities at Oxford. Students attend introductory lectures on criminological theory, an introduction to the ‘Structure of the English Criminal Justice System’ and an introduction to research methods session. A ‘What to expect’ session will be held by former MSc students giving further insight into the MSc course and you will be invited to join the welcome drinks reception to meet your cohort along with the tutors and other members of the Centre for Criminology.
The MSc is comprised of three components:
1. The two Compulsory Courses; Criminology Theories and Criminal Justice, and Research Design and Data Collection.
2. Five optional modules selected from a list of 15 or so
3. A dissertation of 12,000 to 15,000 words researched and written independently under the supervision of a member of academic staff
The first two terms of year 1 are known as Moderations (MODS). They provide foundational
knowledge in key areas of law and legal thinking. More details of each course are available
on our core course and options page.
- A Roman Introduction to Private Law which introduces you to legal concepts
and thought which form the basis for many ideas we take for granted. - Constitutional Law which includes the structures and basic principles of the
British constitution - Criminal Law which deals with principles of criminal liability, general defences
and law relating to offences against the person and offences against property and
other economic interests
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Information about the course and practical information
Scholarships & Bursaries
The Centre for Criminology at the University of Oxford is committed to increasing the portfolio of studentships available to all students to attract the best, irrespective of background or ability to pay. There are a number of bursary and scholarships available.