MRes Criminology

This programme introduces the theoretical and conceptual resources relevant to the study of crime, criminal justice and crime policy. It provides advanced training in social research methods.

• This programme will prepare you for a career as a researcher or for undertaking a PhD in criminological or criminal justice research. It is recognised for an Economic and Social Research Council 1+3 award through the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre.
• You will be taught by leading scholars from the Scottish Centre for Crime & Justice Research, a centre of excellence for criminology in the UK.
• Throughout the year you will have access to guest lectures, presentations and seminars with high-calibre speakers from the UK and abroad.
• There will be opportunities to connect with non academic partners for your dissertation work.