Course Overview
Course Overview This course offers a unique exploration of crime and justice through a sociological lens, examining how criminal behavior is shaped by wider social forces like power, inequality, and identity. You will be guided by expert staff through specialized topics including terrorism, media representation, and prisons, while developing critical analytical skills. The program culminates in an original research project, allowing you to investigate a topic of your passion and preparing you for a successful graduate career. Key Program Highlights Study the intersection of crime with social concepts like age, gender, and power Learn from experts specializing in terrorism, prisons, and crime in the media Explore cutting-edge areas such as visual criminology and social history Complete a supervised dissertation on a topic that inspires you Join a department recognized for its high research power and global ranking
Available Intakes
October 2026
CampusColchester Campus
CityEssex
ModeFullTime
Duration36 Months
FeeGBP 20,475