Criminology MRes is a postgraduate degree at University of Manchester, based in Manchester, taught full-time over 12 months.
About this course
The MRes in Criminology course provides you with the advanced theoretical, conceptual and methodological expertise and skills necessary to undertake and critically evaluate criminological, socio-legal and criminal justice research.
Combining core research skills with specialist criminology and criminal justice teaching from research-active staff, this course encourages you to critically examine the theoretical foundations that underpin applied criminological research.
The course also provides formal, comprehensive, multi-disciplinary training in research methodologies and transferable employment related skills, for those interested in applying for a PhD and/or planning a professional research career in the voluntary, public or private sectors.
The MRes is an Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and North West Social Science Doctoral Training Centre (NWSSDTP) recognised foundation course for research training.
This is an essential first step if you wish to undertake doctoral research as part of the 1+3 PhD in Criminology programme, which qualifies towards ESRC and NWSSDTP funding.
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 12 Months
Qualification: MRes
Location: Manchester
Duration: 24 Months
Qualification: MRes
Location: Manchester
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Master of Research - MRes
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 12 Months
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Manchester
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Sociology
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ