University of Wolverhampton - Graduate Programs

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MA Comparative Criminology

University of Wolverhampton - Graduate Programs

Faculty:School of Social, Historical and Political Studies
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Criminology
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $22,300

Cost per year has been converted from British Pounds to Canadian Dollars. The actual cost may vary due to exchange rate.

Careers:Criminologists

Description:

This Masters course allows you to explore many of the rich and varied components of comparative criminology through the focusing in turn on aspects of contemporary justice, social harms, violence, oppression, the penal system and its reform, transnational policing, and past and current controversies in the criminal justice system. You will study these themes in depth under the care of tutors who have a keen interest in and expert knowledge of these fields. As the culmination of the course, you will undertake a piece of independent research in the form of a 15,000 word dissertation on a topic based on one or more of the taught components of the course. Guidance in this undertaking will come from your appointed dissertation supervisor but also from the Research Methods core module, which will be studied prior to you commencing your research.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    A Bachelor of Arts Honours degree (2:2 or above) in a Humanities-based subject from a UK University or overseas equivalent, or a professional qualification and/or experience considered to be equivalent; to be verified by the Course Leader.
    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
    Application Notes : You should also have a good standard of written and spoken English (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent).
    Additional Admission Requirements:




      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on October 20, 2022