MSc Criminal Psychology and Criminal Justice

The MSc Criminal Psychology and Criminal Justice at Liverpool John Moores University is designed to enhance students' career prospects in criminal justice agencies, the probation service, the police, and third sector organisations. The programme offers the opportunity for graduates, practitioners, and criminal justice professionals to critically engage with a broad range of issues that impact the effectiveness and integrity of the criminal justice system.

By exploring a series of theoretical and latest approaches to crime control and management, the course helps students to develop a comprehensive understanding of how criminal justice policy is created and implemented. They will gain an in-depth knowledge of the psychology behind a range of criminal behaviours and how this knowledge can impact law enforcement, management and treatment of individuals with experience of the criminal justice system, as well as wider decision-making within the justice system.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) offers various academic programmes, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, degree apprenticeships, and continuing professional development courses. The university is committed to supporting its students and guiding them with fees and funding, as well as providing information on its research areas. LJMU has established international partnerships and collaborates with businesses. The institution also offers programmes in different fields, including medicine, law, engineering, business, and the arts.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying for the course and providing relevant information about their academic background. A relevant academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to include their CV with their application to highlight their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are expected to hold a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree or equivalent qualifications. Applicants with a 2:2 and relevant professional experience will be referred to the Programme Leader.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants whose first language is not English need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent qualifications such as TOEFL and PTE.

For international students enrolling in the MSc Criminal Psychology and Criminal Justice at John Moores University, the tuition fee for the 2025/26 academic session is £18,250.

John Moores University provides a range of undergraduate scholarships for international students. If you are self-funding your studies and classified as an international student, you will automatically be considered for a scholarship worth up to £4,000. To qualify, you must accept your offer, meet all academic requirements, and show that you have sufficient funds to cover your living expenses and other costs.

Graduates of the MSc Criminal Psychology and Criminal Justice from John Moores University can pursue various career roles, including:

• Police Officer
• Youth Service Manager
• Legal Researcher
• Immigration Officer
• Policy Advisor

Applicants can apply for this course through the university's website. Applicants can speak to one of our trained advisors to get more details about the application process and receive help in making their application suitable for the course requirements.