- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- One year, Two years
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Sociology
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- OCT 2026
Overview
Our MSc Criminology offers you unique insights into crime, punishment and justice in today’s world, exploring cutting-edge criminological theory and real-world phenomena.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 · or above |
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English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 6 |
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If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. If you don't meet the minimum IELTS requirement, we offer pre-sessional English courses and foundation programmes to help you improve your English language skills and get your place at Birkbeck. Visit the International section of our website to find out more about our English language entry requirements and relevant requirements by country.
Fees
International students: £20,850 per year
UK students: £11,340 per year
UK/Home: £11,340 per year
International: £20,850 per year
Start dates
October 2026, January 2027
Application deadline
main deadline for international applicants requiring a Student visa
Campus
- Central London, Online, United Kingdom
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