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MA in Crime and Justice

2 Years Online Masters Program

Open University

Program Overview

This masters degree explores new perspectives and ways of thinking about crime, harm and justice. It is concerned with examining problematic areas of social life, transgression, 'crime', social harm and justice. You will consider the significance of power, social structure, and economic and social inequalities in understanding 'crime', and processes of criminalisation in local, transnational and global contexts. Studying this qualification will enhance your ability to think critically about problems of crime, social harm and the delivery of justice.

Program Key Stats

£10225



Eligibility Criteria


5.5

Additional Information & Requirements

You must hold a UK honours degree (2:2 at least) or equivalent to be accepted for the MA in Crime and Justice. Your first degree need not be in criminology, but you must have the skills expected of a social sciences graduate.

Career Options

  • This qualification offers knowledge and skills relevant to a range of professions and careers concerned with the criminal justice system
  • victim protection and support
  • civil society
  • civil liberties
  • human rights
  • security
  • safety and social justice
  • The skills developed will be recognised by employers in all fields who value people who can communicate clearly; analyse complex information; and show initiative in formulating and critically considering and investigating questions of their own and devising innovative solutions

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