Program Overview
The Criminology at University of South Florida is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Criminology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Tampa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Core requirements: 18 hours\', \'Electives \\x96 Non-thesis option: 15 hours\', \'Electives \\x96 Thesis option: 9 hours\', \'Thesis: 6 hours\', \'CCJ 6118 (4) Introduction to Criminological Theory\', \'CCJ 6020 (3) Criminal Justice and Public Policy\', \'CCJ 6704 ( 3) Research Methods in Criminology I\', \'CCJ 6706 (4) Quantitative Analysis I\', \'CCJ 6707 ( 3) Quantitative Analysis II\', \'CCJ 6937 ( 1) ProSeminar in Criminology\', \'CCJ 6601 ( ) Seminar in Nature and Causes of Crime\', \'CCJ 6624 ( ) Seminar in Violence\', \'CCJ 6662 ( ) Seminar in Social Inequality and Crime\', \'CCJ 6654 ( ) Seminar in Drugs and Crime\', "CCJ 6971 (6) Thesis: Master\'s", \'CCJ 6601 (3) Seminar in Nature and Causes of Crime\', \'CCJ 6624 (3) Seminar in Violence\', \'CCJ 6662 (3) Seminar in Social Inequality and Crime\', \'CCJ 6654 (3) Seminar in Drugs and Crime\']
Admission Requirements
Detailed admission requirements are not specified. Common requirements may include:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)
For specific requirements, please contact the university directly.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Florida directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of South Florida
University of South Florida
Tampa, United States
University of South Florida is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months