Find out about the Institute's courses
The Institute's MPhil in Criminology course provides a foundational education in prominent criminological theories, research methods, & areas of criminological knowledge. Compulsory modules on criminological theories & research methods, familiarise students with historic & contemporary criminological thinking & research. A variety of optional seminars are on offer each year covering a wide range of criminological topics.
The Institute offers two MSt Courses: a MSt in Applied Criminology, Penology and Management and a MSt in Applied Criminology and Police Management.
The Institute of Criminology offers both full-time and part-time PhD degree courses.
The Institute provides several undergraduate courses for students in Sociology and Law, including a joint Sociology / Criminology degree.
Voices of Criminology
Read former students' stories, including their experiences at the Institute and what they are doing now.
News
14 May 2026
PhD student exposing sex trafficking networks previously overlooked by authorities
28 Apr 2026
Parole system failing to understand the needs of prisoners, according to PhD researcher
22 Apr 2026
Introducing our refreshed MPhil - and your chance to support future leading criminologists
20 Apr 2026
Celebrating 30 years of the Police Executive Programme
8 Apr 2026
Australia’s justice system failing to support adolescents, argues PhD student
12 Mar 2026
PhD student’s research suggests that punishment in criminal cases is ‘closer to roulette than to genuine justice’
Research at the Institute
The Institute is highly productive in terms of its academic research. It hosts six Research Centre's, alongside some Research Groups.
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Events
28 May 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm Institute of Criminology Lower Ground Seminar Rooms
4 June 2026 5:30pm to 7:00pm Institute of Criminology, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DA
14 July 2026 1:00pm to 5:00pm Institute of Criminology Lower Ground Seminar Rooms
