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The University of Edinburgh
Global Crime, Justice and Security MSc
The University of Edinburgh

Global Crime, Justice and Security MSc

THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Security Information Security

Course Summary

This programme provides an excellent opportunity to study global developments in the field of crime, criminal law, justice and security. This MSc is ideal for students with a background in criminology, international relations, law, politics, governance studies or sociology. As a student on this programme, you will have access to the expertise and insight of our active community of researchers, international scholars and local practitioners. The programme is truly interdisciplinary, with teaching provided by academics from both the School of Law and the School of Social & Political Science. The two compulsory courses on the programme introduce you to different forms and contexts of global crime and how we respond to these, whilst the wide range of courses allows you to tailor the programme to your areas of particular interest. You can benefit from top-quality training in research methods and skills essential both for doctoral study, or employment in the field of criminal justice and security.

Modules

Global Crime and Insecurity (LAWS11292) (20 Credits) - Core
The focus of the course is the definition, explanation and interpretation of global forms of crime, insecurity and injustice. This is tackled in a structure which examines issues of categorization and definition first, before exploring a range of contexts in which crime and criminality may be researched, then examining particular forms of crime and finishing with questions of measurement and interpretation.
Responding to Global Crime and Insecurity (LAWS11293) (20 Credits) - Core
Dissertation MSc Global Crime, Justice and Security (LAWS11296) (60 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,200

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£30,500

Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in law or a social science subject.

We will also consider candidates with a degree in a related discipline which includes relevant prior study.

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.

Entry to this programme is competitive and meeting the minimum requirements for consideration does not guarantee an offer of study.

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.

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