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44 MSc Programs in Criminal Justice 2024

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    MSc Programs in Criminal Justice

    The MSc, or master’s degree in science, is an advanced degree awarded to students who have completed an additional one or two year program after completing their bachelor’s degree. This advanced degree often opens up possibilities for further study or for career advancement. With an MSc degree, graduates may have access to better jobs and higher levels of pay and benefits.

    Students who are contemplating a job in law enforcement might wonder, “What is an MSc in Criminal Justice” and “Is it worth pursuing this degree?”  Criminal justice is a broad term that covers the laws used to define and prosecute crimes and those institutions established to maintain social order, prevent crime, and administer justice. Programs may include courses such as criminology, legal issues, international criminal justice, forensics, human rights, and more.

    The benefits of completing an MSc in Criminal Justice program involve access to better paying jobs and an edge when it comes to competing for preferred jobs. However, the benefits of completion extend beyond financial gain. Graduates often develop a better understanding of the complexities that face modern society. As they gain this understanding, graduates are prepared to work in this field with both compassion and fairness.

    The cost of completion for this type of program is different from one school to another and especially across country borders. In order to determine which program is most appropriate, students should contact the schools directly.

    The job opportunities that follow completion of the MSc in Criminal Justice spread across the legal and criminal justice spectrum. Positions might include those of lawyer, judge, or policy official. Some graduates become criminologists, politicians, or international policy makers. Graduates from the master’s program might choose to work in the field of economic crime management or as human rights advocates.

    Those individuals who are considering a career in criminal justice can learn more by reviewing the information in these program listings. Review the different schools and programs below and fill out the lead form in order to obtain specific information. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.