This programme introduces the theoretical and conceptual resources relevant to the study of crime, criminal justice and crime policy. It provides advanced training in social research methods.

WHY THIS PROGRAMME

• This programme will prepare you for a career as a researcher or for undertaking a PhD in criminological or criminal justice research. It is recognised for an Economic and Social Research Council 1+3 award through the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre.
• You will be taught by leading scholars from the Scottish Centre for Crime & Justice Research, a centre of excellence for criminology in the UK.
• Throughout the year will have access to guest lectures, presentations and seminars with high-calibre speakers from the UK and abroad.
• There will be opportunities to connect with non academic partners for your dissertation work.

Students will also achieve PgDip exit awards during this course.

CAREER PROSPECTS

The programme is an ideal pathway towards a PhD and a career in academia. It will also prepare you for a career in research or policy development; especially with those public agencies and voluntary organisations concerned with crime prevention and community safety.