Criminology, MS
Penn’s unique Master of Science in criminology program aims to shape criminal justice “change agents,” preparing students to spend their career applying criminological research in public and non-profit domestic and international organizations. It is also designed for those research-oriented students who are preparing themselves for graduate or professional education at leading research universities.
Penn’s unique interdisciplinary program combines solid academic learning at one of the nation’s top research universities with practical knowledge that can enhance careers in research and in criminal justice-related policy and practice settings. Students also gain knowledge of the criminal justice system through meeting weekly with guest visitors who work in the justice system. Students work under a faculty member on a semester-long crime analysis project, using their analytical and research skills, to address a specific crime problem. Students present their final masters’ projects during a poster session at Penn’s Criminology Day in April, through an oral defense of their project, and as a written research article.
For more information: http://crim.sas.upenn.edu/graduate/master-science-criminology
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Required Courses
A minimum of 8 course units are required.
Code | Title | Course Units |
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Core Requirements | ||
CRIM 6000 | Pro-Seminar in Criminology | 1 |
CRIM 6001 | Pro-Seminar in Criminal Justice | 1 |
CRIM 6002 | Criminal Justice Data Analytics | 1 |
CRIM 6003 | Research Methods/Crime Analysis | 1 |
CRIM 6005 | Evidence-Based Crime Prevention | 1 |
CRIM 5350 | Quantitative Methods for Public Policy | 1 |
CRIM 6004A | Criminology in Practice | 0.5 |
CRIM 6004B | Criminology in Practice | 0.5 |
Electives | ||
Select one elective | 1 | |
Total Course Units | 8 |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2024 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.
Sample Plan of Study
Code | Title | Course Units |
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Fall | ||
Pro-Seminar in Criminology | ||
Evidence-Based Crime Prevention | ||
Criminology in Practice | ||
Criminal Justice Data Analytics | ||
Quantitative Methods for Public Policy | ||
Spring | ||
Pro-Seminar in Criminal Justice | ||
Research Methods/Crime Analysis | ||
Criminology in Practice | ||
Elective |