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- 4 semestersDuration
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About the programme
The Professional MA in Criminology at Universität Hamburg lets people already working in criminology-related fields earn a Master's degree alongside their job. It prepares you for managerial roles dealing with deviance and crime, builds on your first degree and work experience, and adds an interdisciplinary view. After an introductory week, each module starts with a two-day weekend class followed by several weeks of e-learning. The nine modules cover criminological theories, research methods, the sociology of criminal law, policing, criminal justice and alternative responses, and you write your thesis in the third semester. The programme lasts three semesters, is taught in German and starts in winter.
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What you need to apply for Professional MA in Criminology at University of Hamburg
German language
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Prerequisites
Application requirements:
- A degree in sociology, psychology, law, or another relevant subject. (Regular period of study of at least eight semesters, 240 credits. If the period of study is shorter, equivalent achievements must compensate for the lacking credits.)
- At least one year of professional experience in a relevant field (police, judiciary, social work, etc.) gained no longer than six months ago.
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What to prepare for your application to Professional MA in Criminology
Programme-specific documents
Final documents of your first degree:
bachelor's certificate (or comparable, e.g., the diploma), the examination certificate, a complete overview of grades (transcript of records) If you do not have a transcript of records in German or English, you must provide a certified translation.
If you do not yet have a degree certificate, submit a current transcript of records with your grade point average. (If you are enrolled in several degree programs or have completed external courses, also upload these here.)
If you completed your first degree at a university outside Germany, enclose an explanation of the local grading system (excerpts/copies from the Internet or other sources are acceptable). If available, also include the result of the preliminary review documentation by uni-assist.
GTEBS Test Score or TestAS results
Tabular CV in German or English
informal written confirmation of applicant’s English proficiency
German language certificate (if you do not yet have your test result, an informal written confirmation regarding your Germa language skills will suffice for the purpose of the online application. Please note that a German language certificate will however be reuired latest upon enrolment, find a list of accepted language certificates here.
Only for applicants with a first degree from a university outside Germany: explanation of the local grading system (extracts/copies from the Internet or other sources acceptable)
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application fee
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Address
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Alsterterrasse 1, 20354 Hamburg
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Costs
Tuition
Over 1,500 EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
343 EUR
per semester
Application fee
Free
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
15,590 – 24,590 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
3.370 EUR
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