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We offer modules with real-world relevance on a variety of topics. We are pleased to welcome students and researchers from all over the world.

Undergraduate students

Your application should indicate any particular areas of interest relating to social policy and/or issues in criminal justice. Students with a background in social science and/or public policy will be particularly welcome.

Choosing your modules

Please see the list of modules, this list is indicative of the type of modules which may be available during your study period. Please note that not all modules advertised in the module catalogue are available to exchange and visiting students. We will contact you after you have enrolled to discuss your modules choices.

Postgraduate students

Postgraduate taught students will normally be expected to have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. You will also be considered if you have relevant work experience and academic potential.

Your application should indicate your areas of interest relevant to our postgraduate courses.

Undergraduate and postgraduate English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component (the language requirements are part way down the page. The other requirements are not applicable).  

For more information, and for other accepted certification, please see our undergraduate and postgraduate English requirements.

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Contact us

Dr Rachel Vipond
Undergraduate contact

rachel.vipond@york.ac.uk

Sabrina Chai
Postgraduate contact

sabrina.chai@york.ac.uk

Undergraduate and postgraduate modules

Contact us

Dr Rachel Vipond
Undergraduate contact

rachel.vipond@york.ac.uk

Sabrina Chai
Postgraduate contact

sabrina.chai@york.ac.uk