University of Staffordshire

Evidence Based Practice (Criminology) 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 Criminology. 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. This pathway provides an opportunity to critically engage with criminological theory and research, addressing issues such as crime prevention, justice systems, and social harm.

Students will benefit from supervision by active researchers contributing to national and international criminological debates. The pathway is ideal for those pursuing academic careers or roles in research, policy, or advocacy.

Key highlights

  • Prepares students for doctoral study or research-focused careers
  • Taught by research-active staff contributing to criminological debates
  • Opportunities to engage with real-world research projects
  • Training in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
  • Independent research aligned to your interests with expert supervision
  • Explores crime prevention, justice systems and social harm

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

  • Criminology researcher
  • Policy analyst
  • Research assistant
  • Advocacy officer
  • PhD candidate in criminology
  • Academic lecturer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,405 per year | International: £9,405 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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