MSc Policing, Law Enforcement and Security

at University of Chester

You will study six core modules over the course and on successful completion of a dissertation you will be awarded the MSc in Policing, Law Enforcement and Security – a highly rewarding and valuable qualification. The modules that are available are:

Mandatory modules: Research Methods (20 credits); Dissertation (60 credits)

Optional modules (choose five from seven options): Risk Management and Public Protection (20 credits); Leading and Managing Multi-Agency Partnerships (20 credits); Culture, Values and Ethics in Policing, Law Enforcement and Security (20 credits); Terrorism Studies (20 credits); Serious Organised Crime (20 credits); Comparative International Police Models (20 credits); Intelligence and Covert Policing Management (20 credits)

Applicants need a minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent in policing, law enforcement and security related subject. Credit exemption may be given for certified or experiential learning taken during the previous five years.

International/EU Students

full course fee: £13,450

The University of Chester offers generous international and merit based scholarships for postgraduate study, providing a significant reduction to the published headline tuition fee. You will automatically be considered for these scholarships when submitting an application and any award given will be shown on your offer letter.

The MSc has been designed following consultation with policing, law enforcement and security agencies so that the content delivers the key knowledge requirements of professionals currently working in that field. The course will provide graduates with an in-depth understanding and appreciation of the complexities of Policing, Law Enforcement and Security in contemporary society.