Transnational Organised Crime

University of Staffordshire
Postgraduate MA Distance learning (full-time) 1 Year Sociology

About this course

Transnational Organised Crime has become a significant concern and appears to be on the increase. You’ll study contemporary global issues such as drug and human trafficking, international terrorism, illegal arms trading and financial crime through the lens of critical criminology.

You’ll examine the recent emergence of transnational organised crime, its historical precedents at a global level and law enforcement responses. You’ll consider how Transnational Organised Crime is represented by the media.

This course offers valuable insight for a range of careers concerned with Transnational Organised Crime and developing strategies and policies for its prevention. You can enhance your knowledge and career prospects through this qualification.

You’ll study unique topics, taking a critical perspective and work with our experts in sociology and criminology.

Our robust training in research methods will support those wanting to undertake a PhD.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MA Transnational Organised Crime

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Distance learning (full-time) Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MA

Location: Stoke on Trent

Distance learning (part-time)

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MA

Location: Stoke on Trent

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1162 Senior police officers
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)
4113 Officers of non-governmental organisations
4112 Local government administrative occupations

Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Distance learning (full-time)
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Stoke on Trent
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Sociology