Explore the Criminology program at Birkbeck, University of London. This program is offered in GBR and provides an excellent learning opportunity in Masters studies.

The MSc Criminology at Birkbeck, University of London, offers a comprehensive exploration of crime, punishment, and justice in contemporary society. This program allows students to specialize in one of four pathways: Criminology and Criminal Justice, Gender, Sexuality and Criminal Justice, Race, Crime and Justice, or Global Criminology. Students will engage with advanced criminological theories and methodologies, culminating in a research project. The course is designed for both full-time and part-time study, with classes held in the evenings to accommodate working professionals. Students benefit from the expertise of leading criminologists and access to extensive resources, including the Institute for Crime and Justice Policy Research. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in law enforcement, policy analysis, academia, and various roles within the criminal justice system.

Required Courses

• Masters Research Project (Criminology)
• Research Methods in Criminology
• Contemporary Criminological Theory

Elective Courses

• Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice
• Policing, Race and Justice
• Gender, Sexuality and Criminal Justice
• Influencing Public Policy
• Race, Crime and Justice
• Global Perspectives on Crime and Crime Control
• Intersectionality and Criminal Justice
• Youth Justice