Criminology and Criminal Psychology

University of Greenwich
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Sociology

About this course

This master’s degree equips you with a deep understanding of the concepts, theories, methods and principles central to criminology and criminal psychology.

By studying Criminology and Criminal Psychology, you'll learn about the changing nature of psychology, law and criminology, and how to apply your knowledge in the forensic and legal arenas. The course will develop your ability to relate theory to practice with its broad coverage of criminological, forensic and psychological approaches to crime. Specific modules include criminal investigative psychology, crime theory, social forensic psychology, and crime, terrorism and the state.

The MSc in Criminology and Criminal Psychology will open a diverse range of career paths. Once you graduate, you will be well-placed for employment in public, private, and/or criminal justice work, or criminal, legal, and forensic psychological work.

What you should know about this course

  • You’ll learn about the changing nature of psychology, law, and criminology, and their professional applications.

  • Your optional modules help you gain insights into areas of your choice

  • It is not accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) because the primary focus is criminology. It is not a Master’s in Psychology

  • The course does meet the British Criminology Society benchmarks for postgraduate taught courses.
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Greenwich

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Greenwich

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    3319 Protective service associate professionals
    3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
    1162 Senior police officers
    2462 Probation officers
    3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Greenwich
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology