MA Investigative Management

The MA Investigative Management degree is for professionals looking to advance their careers by studying leadership and management in investigative practice. Developed in collaboration with senior police representatives, the course addresses current sector needs and blends academic theory with real-world experience. You’ll explore investigative management through a work-based lens, supported by staff with extensive experience in the field. The completion of a dissertation allows you to focus on areas that match your career goals and research interests. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll have an industry-specific postgraduate degree that will qualify you for more senior roles in investigative practice and policing environments.

To apply for this course you need to be at least one of the following:

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

International students: £19,000 per year

UK students: £9,250 per year

UK/Home: £9,250 per year

International: £19,000 per year

October 2026

No fixed deadline — apply at least 6 months before your start date via the University's direct application portal.

• On campus, United Kingdom