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    Criminology MA

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    Manchester, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £28,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    35%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits

    Criminology MA at University of Manchester is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £28,900.

    About the program

    Develops specialist knowledge of debates surrounding crime causation, crime control and regulation. Covers interactions between crime, politics, and justice, and the impact of public policy, with options in data science applications to crime, youth offending, domestic violence, modern slavery, and genocide.

    Focus: both
    top 40 worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2026) | top 10 in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2026)
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL IBT 100 with 25 in writing and no further score below 22 in each section
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic test score of 7 overall, including 7 in writing with no further component score below 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,505.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Criminology MA at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Criminology MA at University of Manchester is £28,900 across 180 required credits.
    Is Criminology MA at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    Criminology MA at University of Manchester is offered in-person.
    How long does Criminology MA at University of Manchester take to complete?
    Criminology MA at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Criminology MA at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: First or Upper Second classification
    How competitive is Criminology MA at University of Manchester?
    Criminology MA at University of Manchester reports an acceptance rate of approximately 35%.