Study Criminology Research (MPhil/PhD) at University of Portsmouth in the UK, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Criminology Research (MPhil/PhD)

UK

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What will I learn?

Undertake independent, original research in Criminology, covering subjects such as cybercrime, counter fraud, policing, penology forensics, forensic interviewing, security and risk management, missing persons, criminal psychology and victimology. Our School of Criminology and Criminal Justice (SCCJ) is a leading centre for research in criminology and criminal justice. We've received research funding from major organisations, such as the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and the Centre for Research and Evidence on Security Threats (CREST). Investigate how crime is prevented, detected, investigated and prosecuted in a rapidly evolving technological and social landscape. Produce impactful research that informs policy, professional practice and public understanding of crime and criminal justice.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£17,900.00 (US$ 23,117) per year
£16,200-18,300 a year (full-time)

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

Mercantile House, Hampshire Terrace,

Portsmouth,

Hampshire,

PO1 2EG, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
Information not available

Please check with institution

Start date

October 2027

Venue

University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

Mercantile House, Hampshire Terrace,

Portsmouth,

Hampshire,

PO1 2EG, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

An upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a masters degree in an appropriate subject.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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