Directory
Find out which Universities and Registered Qualification Providers have agreed to the College RPL Process. Course costs displayed are the annual charge for a full time year, part time costs will vary dependent on the number of modules completed in that year.
View disclaimerMSc Criminal Investigation
The course provides an in depth study of criminal investigation, and develops the critical and analytical skills involving the principles, practices and techniques of criminal investigation. Delivered by staff with extensive experience as practitioners, the course is offered in weekly six hour blocks (full time) and on a part time basis, enabling professionals in the field to take the course more easily. Students will study taught modules in homicide investigation, fraud, serious and organised crime, complex case management and research methods before embarking in their dissertation.
MSc Criminology
The course looks at criminology from both a theoretical and an applied perspective, covering areas including criminal justice, prisons, crime prevention, and crime and offender patterns.
You’ll apply research methods and techniques such as assessing patterns in specific forms of crimes and offending behaviour, and considering the prevalence, characteristics and typologies of specific types of offence. You’ll also critically assess recent and current policies and practices with crime control and community safety. Option modules will allow you to develop a specialism in a field that interests you, such as intelligence analysis, psychology and crime, sexual violence, terrorism and counter-terrorism, and urban patterns.
London Met invites visiting professors and experts in criminal justice and criminal areas to the University to share their expertise. These guest visits complement the knowledge of our academics who are actively engaged in areas research including street crime, gangs and police body cameras. Their expertise will support you when undertaking your dissertation in criminology and criminal justice.
By the end of the course you’ll be able to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, making sound judgements in the absence of complete data and communicating your conclusions clearly.
MSC Cybercrime and Digital Investigation (PG Cert/ PG Dip options available)
Cyber criminals have the ability to cause considerable harm from remote locations. It is estimated that the global cost of cybercrime has grown to rival that of the illegal drugs trade. From financial theft to child abuse, cybercrime can take many forms, and the need for skilled professionals capable of tackling these problems will only grow as smart, connected devices increasingly become the norm. These factors are considered, discussed and analysed throughout the programme, which is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the criminological, legal and research context of cybercrime. Furthermore, aiming to equip them with an understanding of computing skills and capabilities that will help to respond to online threats to personal information as well as to organisational environments.
MSc Cybercrime Investigation
The course provides an in depth study of this exciting and developing field and will develop critical and analytical skills involving the principles, practices and techniques of e-crime investigation. The course is developed and taught by experienced academics and former law enforcement investigators with specialist knowledge in computing, psychology and criminal investigation. The MSc is taught as a combination of lectures, practicals and self-directed study to understand criminal behaviour in the area of cybercrime, including the use of computers, mobile devices, networks and open source internet intelligence in e-crime investigation.
MSc Financial Investigation
The course has been designed to provide students with an in depth study of financial investigation, and develops the critical and analytical skills involved in the practice, principles and techniques of financial investigation within a global context. The course is delivered by experienced academics together with former and current law enforcement investigators with specialist knowledge in financial investigations, fraud and criminal investigation. Visit experts are also used throughout the course to enrich the learning experience.
MSc in Policing
The MSc in Policing is aimed at police and professionals
from related agencies (e.g. the National Crime Agency)
wishing to become future leaders and managers. The
focus is on providing an evidence-based approach to
address modern challenges of policing diverse
communities and dealing with transnational organised
crime, terrorism, cybercrime and evolving security threats,
while upholding principles of procedural justice to increase
police legitimacy and public confidence.
MSc International and Transnational Policing
This professional course supports students as they complete a dissertation on a policing topic with each student having access to a personal expert supervisor. There is a taught element with the emphasis on international and transnational perspectives of policing e.g. people trafficking or policing in conflict zones. It also provides methodological/research teaching and advice on reflective practice.
MSc International Security and Risk Management
Our MSc in International Security and Risk Management will facilitate the development of strategic skills and advanced knowledge in the concepts and theories that underpin global security challenges including including cyber threats, terrorism, complex and organised crime and the challenges posed by states and non-state actors.
Embedded through practical and simulated learning, students will develop specialised and transferable skills in preparation for employment in public or private sector services, while having the opportunity to develop new solutions to complex challenges by undertaking wide interdisciplinary study.
This course, by leading academics from the International Centre for Policing and Security, is aimed at those who seek to develop their career prospects in the world of public, private and military security sectors.
In recognition, you will be able to tailor your study and research interests by choosing from a range of option modules and selecting your main research topic.
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Apprenticeships are set up in partnership with the employer (i.e. your force), your learning and development or HR department may be able to tell you what apprenticeships may be available.
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The current Directory contents has been produced following engagement with the HEI forum and desk based research. An application for the inclusion of additional courses can be downloaded here.