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Study Details: 1 year full time.
2-3 years part time.
The MSc Criminal Justice & Security degree at Cardiff Met is an immersive and dynamic Master’s programme designed to provide a deep and critical understanding of modern issues in crime, law, security policy, and criminal justice. By integrating diverse methodological approaches, theoretical frameworks, and global perspectives, the programme explores both personal and global security, addressing international peace, the use of force, and the protection of vulnerable groups.
Beginning with a thorough examination of criminal justice policy-making and system operations, you will delve into the core aspects of the discipline, covering the UK criminal justice system alongside international perspectives. Key topics include international crimes such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, as well as serious miscarriages of justice and Honour Based Violence against women and girls. The programme also emphasises international peace and security within the broader context of global justice.
Recognising the intensive nature of the course, applicants for the MSc Criminal Justice & Security are expected to satisfy the following minimum requirements:
An initial degree (usually a good Honours degree of 2:1 or above) in similarly related discipline such as (Criminal Justice, Forensics, Law, Professional Policing, Criminology, Psychology, Health & Social Care, Social Work, etc.); or
A 2:2 degree in similarly related discipline such as (Criminal Justice, Forensics, Law, Professional Policing, Criminology, Psychology, Health & Social Care, Social Work, etc.); with an interview – considered on a case-by-case basis; or
Students with degrees outside of a similarly related discipline will be considered on a case-by-case basis subject to an admissions interview; or
Hold a suitable professional qualification from an appropriate professional body. In some instances, those with higher level professional qualifications may be exempt from specific taught modules. Such exemptions would be discussed on a case-by-case basis with the Programme Director.
A range of bursaries, scholarships, loans and grants are available. Please visit website to find out more.
The Cardiff Met Criminal Justice and Security Master’s degree will prepare you for a variety of roles within the criminal justice sector and beyond. Traditional destinations might include employment in:
Police Service roles, such as police officer, detective, police staff, etc.
Probation Service
Prison Service
The UK courts, and a variety of other similar roles
Other opportunities could include, but are certainly not limited to, working with:
HM Revenue & Customs
Border Force
The National Crime Agency
Security Services
Social Services
Working as a teacher or lecturer
Central or Local Government roles
Charities
Crime, Criminals, & Criminal Justice (20 credits)
Investigating Global Crimes and Social Harms (20 credits)
Conducting Criminological Research (20 credits)
Unravelling Miscarriage of Justice (20 credits)
Faith, Honour, & Justice (20 credits)
Justice Beyond Borders (20 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)
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