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    International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc)

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    Cardiff, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £23,200.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Cardiff, GB. Tuition is £23,200.

    About the program

    The program examines international and transnational crimes, traditional crimes, crimes of the powerful, and digital crimes, along with definitions of crime and responses at local, national, and global levels. It includes social science research methods training tailored to criminological research and offers a professional practice module with placement opportunities.

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    181 (QS World University Rankings 2026) | 22 (Complete University Guide 2026)
    Part-time option

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $13,210.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University is £23,200 across 180 required credits.
    Is International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University online or in-person?
    International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University is offered in-person.
    How long does International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University take to complete?
    International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:2 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University?
    Post-completion work rights for International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Cardiff University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)