Program Overview

Overview of the University of Kent

The University of Kent is a leading research university, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The university has a strong focus on research excellence, with a rise of 11 places in THE's REF 2021 ranking.

Criminology Program

The Criminology program at the University of Kent is a dynamic and interdisciplinary subject with political and legal influences. The program is offered as an MA by Research and PhD, with a focus on research strengths, research centers, and research impact.

Entry Requirements

• A good honours degree or MA in criminology, criminal justice, or a related social science discipline.
• All applicants are considered on an individual basis, and additional qualifications, professional qualifications, and relevant experience may also be taken into account.
• International students must meet the English language entry requirements, which include a Very Good level of English language, equivalent to a high B2 on CEFR.

Fees and Funding

• The 2025/26 annual tuition fees for the Criminology program are:
  • MA by Research at Canterbury: £5,006 (UK), £19,300 (EU), £19,300 (International)
  • PhD at Canterbury: £5,006 (UK), £19,300 (EU), £19,300 (International)
• Part-time fees are also available.
• The university offers a range of scholarships for postgraduate researchers, including subject-specific awards and international scholarships.

Research Areas

The Criminology program at the University of Kent covers a diverse range of topics, including:

• Crime, Control, and Culture
• Crime, Punishment, and Social Change
• Drug Use
• Gender, Crime, and Criminal Justice
• Penology and Imprisonment
• Policing
• Quasi-Compulsory Treatment for Drug-Using Offenders
• Race, Crime, and Criminal Justice
• Restorative Justice and Young Offenders
• Crime and the 'Night-Time Economy'
• Terrorism and Political Crime
• Violence
• Youth Crime and Youth Justice

Career Support

The University of Kent offers a range of career support services, including:

• Career advice and guidance
• CV and interview preparation
• Job search support
• Networking opportunities

Study Support

The university provides a range of study support services, including:

• Academic support
• Language support
• Disability support
• Mental health support

Researcher Development Programme

The Graduate School at the University of Kent offers a Researcher Development Programme, which includes workshops focused on research, specialist, and transferable skills. The program is mapped to the national Researcher Development Framework and covers a diverse range of topics, including subject-specific research skills, research management, personal effectiveness, communication skills, networking, and teamworking, and career management skills.

Additional Information

• The University of Kent has a strong focus on research excellence and has risen 11 places in THE's REF 2021 ranking.
• The university offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including the Criminology program.
• The Criminology program is offered as an MA by Research and PhD, with a focus on research strengths, research centers, and research impact.
• The university provides a range of study support services, including academic support, language support, disability support, and mental health support.
• The university offers a range of career support services, including career advice and guidance, CV and interview preparation, job search support, and networking opportunities.