
Evidence Based Practice (Policing) MRes
University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Develop advanced research skills and prepare for doctoral study or a research-focused career in Policing. The Master of Research (MRes) in Evidence Based Practice is a postgraduate degree designed for individuals seeking to build expertise in research methods and practice across a range of disciplines. Whether you're a recent graduate or a professional aiming to advance your career, the MRes provides a rigorous and flexible route into research-intensive roles or PhD study.
Delivered by research-active staff, the programme offers opportunities to engage with real-world projects and develop independent research aligned to your interests. You will gain a strong foundation in qualitative and quantitative methodologies, critical analysis, and academic writing, while benefiting from expert supervision and a supportive research environment. The Policing pathway offers a focused route into research on contemporary policing practice, policy, and reform.
Students will work alongside experienced researchers with strong links to police services and criminal justice agencies. This pathway is suited to those seeking careers in policing research, policy development, or doctoral study in criminology and law enforcement.
Key highlights
- Prepares students for doctoral study or research-focused policing careers
- Taught by research-active staff with expert supervision
- Training in qualitative and quantitative methodologies and critical analysis
- Independent research project aligned to your own interests
- Focus on contemporary policing practice, policy and reform
- Researchers with strong links to police services and justice agencies
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 Most courses require IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent approved English language qualification. Some courses have higher entry criteria, so check the course-specific entry requirements.
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
25% on tuition fees compared to other universities, making your postgraduate degree a smart investment.
PGCE Bursary
The PGCE Bursary comprises six awards of £500 each.
Up to £500
Careers this course leads to
- Policing researcher
- Police policy adviser
- Criminal justice research officer
- Crime and intelligence analyst
- PhD researcher in criminology
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,720 per year | International: £9,720 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Staffordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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