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    Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc)

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    Leiden, NLMScIn-person1 year
    €22,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    63%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    60
    Credits

    Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Leiden, NL. Tuition is €22,300.

    About the program

    The program covers comparative aspects of criminal justice systems, including policing, prosecution, courts, sentencing, punishment, human rights, and European criminal law. It includes coursework and a master's thesis.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL internet based: 90 overall, with at least 4.0 (new 1-6 scale as of 21 January 2026) or 20 (old 0-30 scale) for each separate component
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic modules only, on paper or on computer: 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 for each separate component score. We do not accept IELTS Academic online. We do not accept IELTS General Training, IELTS Indicator, or IELTS One Skill Retake

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)

    €14,576.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University is €22,300 across 60 required credits.
    Is Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University online or in-person?
    Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University is offered in-person.
    How long does Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University take to complete?
    Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    How competitive is Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University?
    Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 63%.
    What work-permit options follow Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University?
    Post-completion work rights for Crime and Criminal Justice (MSc) at Leiden University: 1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)