Criminology courses in Ireland

This masters degree explores new perspectives and ways of thinking about crime, harm and justice. It is concerned with examining problematic areas of social life, transgression, crime, social harm and justice in an increasingly global world. You will consider the significance of power, social structure, and economic and social inequalities in understanding crime, processes of…

The Criminal Psychology course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from very successful, highly qualified and experienced professionals. It will assists you in entering a fast growing profession. Students will complete the following units: 1 Criminal Psychology – An Introduction Definition of Crime and Three Views of Crime The Breadth of Criminal Psychology…

This module is designed to provide the learner with a general understanding of crime, and how crime affects individuals and communities. It provides the learners with a basic understanding of how crime scene investigations proceed. It is also intended to prepare the learners for employment or further study in related areas. Certification: FETAC Level 5 Component…

The MA in Criminology at the School of Social Sciences and Law, Dublin Institute of Technology is the first postgraduate taught programme of its kind in the Republic of Ireland. The programme aims to provide students with a firm theoretical grounding in, and understanding of, contemporary criminological issues as well as thorough training in research…

The MA in Criminology at the School of Social Sciences and Law, Dublin Institute of Technology is the first postgraduate taught programme of its kind in the Republic of Ireland. The programme aims to provide students with a firm theoretical grounding in, and understanding of, contemporary criminological issues as well as thorough training in research…

This Criminology course is suitable for those interested in the study of crime, the causes of crime, types of crime, punishment, crime prevention, and the fear of crime. It will equip learners with the knowledge and skills to analyse characteristics, effects and cons

Delivered by leading academics and financial services experts, the purpose of the Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering is to equip students (from a variety of professional and interested backgrounds) with an understanding of the history and nature of the money laundering and terrorist financing offences, and the special approach taken by the AML/TF legislation to prevent…

Delivered by leading academics and financial services experts, the purpose of the Diploma in Corporate Fraud Investigation is to equip learners (from a variety of professional or interested backgrounds) with an understanding of the origins of corporate fraud globally and in Ireland how it in recent years it has come to define a nation. Students…

This course seeks to familiarise students with the basic concepts and structure of criminology. The course will take students through the various stages of criminal thought from a look at the trends in crime to drugs and society, violent offences and what role, if any, the community have in preventing crime. The course will also…

Delivered by John O’Keeffe, the purpose of the Diploma in Criminology & Criminal Psychology is to equip learners with a basic understanding of various fields of Criminology (the scientific study of crime) and Forensic Psychology from a historical, contemporary and progressive perspective. In addition, fundamental psychological concepts will be considered, including personality disorders, mental disorder…

The Criminology Association of Ireland approves the Diploma in Garda & Policing Studies. Who should apply: Those who are considering a career in An Garda Siochanna or other police forces and members of the Garda Reserve. Others working generally in the criminal justice system in Ireland. Those in other careers who are interested in modern policing studies.…

Delivered by leading academics and prison experts, the purpose of the Diploma in Penology & Prison studies is to equip learners (from a variety of professional or interested backgrounds) with an understanding of the origins of punishment and sentencing in Ireland. Students will consider, sentencing, criminology and “What Works” when it comes to best prison…

Delivered by expert academics and practitioners in this field, the purpose of the Diploma in Police Leadership & Management is to equip learners with an understanding of this fascinating profession from a range of perspectives. During the course, students will develop a critical understanding of the concept, policies and practices of policing within the context…

This course aims to give the student a comprehensive grasp of modern terrorism, its origins and some idea of how it is likely to develop. The course will also act as an introduction to the international security landscape and explain who the different players are and where they are situated in terms of their roles…

This module is designed to provide the learner with a general understanding of crime, and how crime affects individuals and communities.  It provides the learners with a basic understanding of how crime scene investigations proceed. It is also intended to prepare the learners for employment or further study in related areas.   Certification:                        QQI Level…