MSc Criminology (Cybercrime and Cybersecurity)

at University of Surrey

Modules

Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.

The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff. Modules can be either 15, 30, 45, 75 and 120 credits, and additionally for some masters dissertations, 90 credits.

Module Title
 

• Criminological Theories
• Field Methods
• Information Security Management
• Social Data Analytics
• Crime & Offending
• Cybercrime And Cybersecurity
• Information Security For Business And Government
• Law, Society & Social Control
• Masters Dissertation

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in either Behavioural Science, Business, Criminology, Law, Psychology, or in a human or political science, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. We can also consider relevant work experience if you don't meet these requirements.

English language requirements
 

• IELTS Academic: 7.0 overall with 6.0 in each element.

Fees

Full-time - 1 year
 

• UK-£8,800
• Overseas-£19,200

Our masters courses give you the opportunity to develop high-level research skills, which open doors to many careers. We also provide an online employability hub giving you access to extensive advice and guidance on how to take the next steps in your chosen career.

Some of our graduates have gone on to start their careers in the following roles:
 

• Crime Journalist
• Crime Researcher
• Crime Scene Investigator
• Police Officer
• Prison Officer
• Probation Officer.