MSc Leadership in Criminal Justice and Policing Full-time
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc Leadership in Criminal Justice and Policing course focuses on leadership and management across the criminal justice system, including policing, probation, prisons, youth justice, and security. You'll explore key issues and challenges in crime and justice, developing the insight needed for leadership roles in policy or practice. Whether you're already working in the public or third sector, or looking to move into a leadership role, this master’s degree equips you with the skills to advance your career.
No prior study in criminology or social sciences is required – just a genuine interest in the field. Taught by research-active staff, you’ll choose from a range of modules to tailor your learning around domestic or international issues, and either policing or wider criminal justice settings, or a mix of both. The course combines theory with real-world application, exploring current trends, threats, and innovations in the field.
Key highlights
- Leadership and management focus across policing, probation, prisons and youth justice
- Optional modules tailored to domestic or international issues
- Choose policing, wider criminal justice settings, or a mix
- Taught by research-active staff
- Combines theory with real-world application and current trends
- No prior study in criminology or social sciences needed
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — or above
Scholarships
We Care Postgraduate Bursary
The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Police inspector
- Probation manager
- Prison governor
- Youth justice manager
- Criminal justice policy adviser
- Security manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,250 per year | International: £19,000 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 Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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