Criminology MRes (Social Statistics)

Year of entry: 2025

Course length: 12 months

About the course

Combining Criminology and Social Statistics, this MRes provides you with a thorough grounding in research methods, as well as the tools to collect and analyse advanced quantitative statistical data. You’ll also focus on criminological research, theory, policy and practice.

Our MRes courses are ESRC recognised as a Foundation Course for Research Training and are an essential step if you wish to progress onto doctoral studies or pursue a career in research in the public or voluntary sectors.

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The MRes is an Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and North West Social Science Doctoral Training Centre (NWSSDTP) recognised foundation course for research training

Learn the intellectual, critical and analytical skills needed to apply criminological concepts in practice

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Compulsory Units

Designing Criminological Research
Qualitative Research Methods
Statistical Foundations
Introduction to Statistical Modelling
Evaluating Policy and Practice

Optional Units

International Security and Law
Crime Mapping: an introduction to GIS and Spatial Analysis
International Criminal Law and Justice
Criminology of Mass Violence
Drugs: Markets, Policies and Consumption

These are examples of units offered in 2023/24 and are subject to change.

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Where will your degree take you?

A Master's in Research in Criminology and Social Statistics equips you with a powerful combination of criminological knowledge and advanced statistical skills. This unique blend makes you highly employable across various sectors. You'll develop expertise in data analysis, research methodologies, and critical thinking, alongside a deep understanding of criminal justice systems and societal trends.

Your degree can lead to diverse and impactful careers. You might find yourself working within criminal justice agencies, applying your analytical skills to inform policy decisions. Academic institutions value graduates with your research prowess for teaching and research roles. Government departments seek your expertise for evidence-based policymaking, while research institutes offer opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking studies.

Brenna Matykiewicz

MRes Criminology (Social Statistics

"I had three universities I was interested in, and I visited campus to meet with lecturers to ask questions about the course. Dr. Solymosi explained that I should consider the Criminology course with Social Statistics, since I enjoyed maths. I ended up switching into the Stats course and accepting my offer that day. I took part in a course entitled ‘Understanding Violence’ which was conducted as a part of the Learning Together Initiative. The class took place in HMP Wymott, with students from both The University of Manchester and prison-based students from Wymott. The course itself was very interesting and meeting the students at the prison was an incredible learning opportunity."