Criminal Justice Degree Online

Introduction

The MA International Criminal Justice is a new and innovative programme delivered by staff within the Law School at Liverpool John Moores University. It recognises the increasingly global nature of crime and crime control and developments in comparative criminal justice. It will appeal to those with a particular interest in areas such as organised crime and transnational law enforcement; cyber crime and the Internet; people trafficking and the drugs trade; the ‘war on terrorism’; human rights and crimes of the state.

Students are required to undertake the following core modules
Researching international criminal justice (30 credits)
Contemporary issues in International Criminal Justice (30 credits)
Responding to international crime (30 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)

In addition to one optional 30 credit module offered within the programme.

Students will be provided with supported learning materials and on-going tasks in order to undertake preliminary reading/research in preparation for active participation in group discussions. Each module requires attendance at the University in blocks of 3 days which enables the participants to integrate theory and practice issues on an on-going basis and minimises disruption to their professional lives. The mode of delivery involves group exercises/discussions which are facilitated by skilled tutors and enable knowledge transfer through comparisons of different criminal justice jurisdictions. Additional Inputs will provided by guest speakers and there will be an opportunity for individual tuition time with personal tutors.
Career prospects

The aim of the programme is to equip students with a well developed understanding of international criminal justice and will appeal to those working or seeking employment with law enforcement organisations and those involved in the delivery of community based corrections and treatment agencies.
Entry requirements

Candidates are normally expected to have, at minimum, a Lower Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject. Students with relevant professional experience or training in the criminal justice field will also be considered.

The programme is taught entirely in the English language, and due to the participative nature of its delivery, and the need to complete reading assignments and written work along with participants contributing to group discussions, overseas students will normally need an IELTS score of 6.5.
Attendance

The programme will be initially delivered over two years on a part-time basis commencing in January 2008. Students will be required to attend University for two blocks of 3 days per year.

MA/PgD, 2 years part-time
Criminal Justice

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Introduction

The School of Law is once again offering its MA in Criminal Justice. The course is available full-time (over one year) or part-time (over two years), and is a professionally and vocationally orientated, 21st century degree linking criminal justice theory, research and policy.

The MA Criminal Justice is aimed both at those who have recently graduated from an undergraduate degree in law, criminal justice or related subjects, and at those who are returning to academic study, having already launched a career in criminal justice. It is a high quality, flexible programme, designed to enhance the knowledge, critical and analytical skills that criminal justice employers value. This flexible approach allows skills development for those continuing academic study, as well as those returning to it after time away.

Another key feature of the course allows students to undertake a piece of research in a particular area of interest relating to crime or criminal justice. This allows for specialist knowledge and skills to be developed.
Career Prospects

Graduates typically progress to posts within agencies such as probation service, the prison service, social service departments and the police.
Entry requirements

A recognised first degree in Criminal Justice or Law, or a degree with substantial criminal justice, law or related subject content, of at least a good Second Class Honours Standard.
Further information

Moira Helbert
School of Law, John Foster Building
80-98 Mount Pleasant
Liverpool L3 5UZ

Tel: 0151 231 3901
How to apply

Student Recruitment Team
Liverpool John Moores University
Roscoe Court
4 Rodney Street
Liverpool L1 8TZ

Tel: 0151 231 5090
Fax: 0151 231 3462

The BA joint honours Criminal Justice and Law degree aims to give students a critical insight into key areas of both the law and the criminal justice system. Students study a core of both criminal justice and law modules, but also have numerous optional modules available to them, enabling them to tailor the course to their own individual interests. After successfully completing the first year, all students have the option of continuing on the joint honours degree, or transferring onto the single honours BA Criminal Justice, or LLB law degree.
From a criminal justice perspective we will look at questions, such as - What is crime and who commits it? What is the rationale behind punishing criminals and why do we lock so many people up in prisons? Why do we often respond to street crime in a differential manner to ‘organised’ crime? Do the police treat all suspected criminals in a fair and equal manner? Criminal Justice brings together criminal justice and criminological theory, research and policy, to provide you with the knowledge and skills that employers value, and prepare you for work in the criminal justice system or in related areas.
What career opportunities are available?
Graduates have found employment with agencies such as The Probation Service, youth offending teams, Police Service, Prison Service, Social Services and local government, drug referral schemes and treatment agencies.
Students may also wish to enter the legal profession via the Common Professional Examination (CPE). Students study for an additional year, on completion of which, you will gain the full exemption necessary for the Legal Practice Course or the Bar Finals. There is also a range of postgraduate studies available.

Introduction

Please note that the entry qualifications noted with each programme entry are intended as a guide only. You should not assume that attainment of these qualifications leads to automatic entry If you have alternative qualifications you will not be disadvantaged.

Liverpool John Moores University receives around 25,000 applications each year. Every application is given full consideration, but we advise that you submit your form as early as possible in the academic year prior to your intended starting date at university.

Applications for all undergraduate programmes

Applications to study a full-time or sandwich undergraduate degree, DipHE and HND programme should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). UCAS can start receiving applications for September 2008 entry from September 1, 2007. The provisional closing date is January 15 2008, except for Route B art and design applications, which is 7 March 2008. ‘Late’ applications (i.e. those received after 15 January 2008) are accepted by UCAS throughout the remainder of the admissions cycle: however, you should note that by this stage a number of programmes may be full and universities may not be able to consider your application if it is received after this date. It is recommended that you submit your application as early as possible: however, Liverpool John Moores University welcomes applications throughout the year.

‘UCAS Extra’ was introduced for the first time in 2003. Running from mid March until the end of June, UCAS Extra was designed for applicants who have been considered at all five of their choices but do not have a place. It enables applicants who find themselves without an offer, or ‘non committed’ to make additional choices, one at a time, to institutions through UCAS. Further details about UCAS Extra are available on the UCAS website or by contacting UCAS direct.
Applying online at www.ucas.com

All applications to study for a full-time higher education course at universities and colleges in the UK are made through UCAS using Apply – an online application systemThe application fee for this service is £15 sterling for more than one choice, or £5 sterling for a single choice. Depending on your circumstances, there are some slight differences to the way UCAS receives your application.

1. Students at a school or college registered with UCAS

All UK schools and colleges (and a small number of establishments overseas) are registered with UCAS to manage their students’ applications. You will need to obtain a ‘buzzword’ from your tutor or careers adviser, which you will need when you register with UCAS. This establishes the organisation from which you are applying and allows your referee to attach your reference. Once you have completed your application, you submit it to your referee who will send the completed application to UCAS on your behalf. You pay for your application either by credit or debit card online, or by paying your school or other registered centre who will then pay UCAS.

2. Independent applicants in the UK

Other UK applicants, who are not at school or college, apply online independently and are responsible for paying the correct application fee, for obtaining and attaching the academic reference and for submitting the completed application online to UCAS. Your referee should know you well enough to write about you and your suitability for higher education. UCAS will not accept references from family, other relatives or friends. You will need to make your payment online using a credit or debit card. The card need not be in your own name, but you will require the consent of the cardholder.

3. International applicants outside the UK (EU and worldwide)

Individuals from the EU (excluding the UK) and worldwide, apply online independently, except for those whose school or college is registered with UCAS. Advice is available from British Council offices and other centres overseas, such as your school or college. You are responsible for paying the correct application fee, for obtaining and attaching the academic reference and for submitting the completed application online to UCAS. Your referee should know you well enough to write about you and your suitability for higher education. UCAS will not accept references from family, other relatives or friends. You will need to make your payment online using a credit or debit card. The card need not be in your own name, but you will require the consent of the cardholder.

For all applicants, there are full instructions at http://www.ucas.com/ to make it as easy as possible for you to fill in your online application, plus help text where appropriate.
Help with applications/contact the UCAS Customer Service Unit

Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS)
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Standard Entry Requirements

Degree and DipHE students should have obtained, or expect to obtain, the following minimum qualifications:

1. GCSE/GCE/VCE passes in five subjects, including two at former A level, or A2 Level, or

2. GCSE/GCE/VCE passes in four subjects, including three at former A Level, or A2 Level, or

3. A Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in five subjects, including three at Higher Grade, or

4. A Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in four subjects, all at the Higher Grade, or

5. An Irish Leaving Certificate with passes in five subjects at the Higher/Honours level, including three grade Cs, or

6. BTEC/SCOTVEC qualifications at an appropriate standard, or

7. GNVQ advanced diploma, or

8. A QAA Approved Access Certificate, or

9. International/European Baccalaureate, or

10. Open University credits, NVQs, overseas qualifications etc, at the discretion of the Admissions Tutor.

Higher National Diploma Courses require:

1. GCSE/GCE/VCE passes in four subjects including one at A Level, or A2 Level, or

2. A Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in five subjects including two at the Higher Grade, or

3. An Irish Leaving Certificate with passes in five subjects including two at Honours/Higher level, or

4. BTEC/SCOTVEC qualifications at an appropriate standard, or

5. GNVQ advanced diploma, or

6. A QAA Approved Access Certificate, or

7. Open University credits, overseas qualifications etc., at the discretion of the Admissions Tutor, or

Curriculum 2000
The University welcomes the breadth of study offered by the National Qualifications Framework (Curriculum 2000) and we are happy to consider individual study programmes. Applicants should be aware that some LJMU courses require specific AS and A2 passes. Please contact us for an assessment of your present/proposed qualifications.

Notes
1. GCSE/GCE O Level subjects must be passed at grade C or above.

2. Two passes at the former AS Level will normally be regarded as equivalent to one former A Level.

3. For certain courses specific subject passes may be required.

4. General Studies A Level may sometimes be accepted.

5. Many of the University’s courses are heavily subscribed and in order to secure a place you are likely to be asked to obtain more than the minimum requirements.

6. The University recognises Records of Achievement (RoA) which may contain information not available in the reference or supporting details on the UCAS form. Candidates without an RoA will not be disadvantaged.

7. The University is an equal opportunities institution and all applications will be considered regardless of sex, ethnic origin, disability or age.

Introduction

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