128 Master's Programs in Criminology in Europe

Specializations within criminology

Top universities for Criminology in Europe

Ranked by how many criminology programs each one runs in Europe — the count is next to the name.

• Leiden University (4)
• Sheffield Hallam University (4)
• Université de Strasbourg (3)
• University of Portsmouth (3)
• Northumbria University (3)
• London Metropolitan University (3)
• Technological University Dublin (3)
• University of York (3)
• University of Chichester (3)
• Maynooth University (2)

January intake in Europe

3 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Criminological Research MRes — Liverpool Hope University, Childwall · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Criminal Justice — Webster University Georgia · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Criminology Msc — Brunel University London · starts Jan 2027

Masters (MS) in Criminology in Europe: common questions

How many criminology programs are there in Europe?

128 criminology masters programs at 85 universities in Europe are open to international students, as of 13 October 2026.

How much does a criminology degree in Europe cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in criminology in Europe is 23,172 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 15,129 USD and 25,550 USD a year.

Can I study criminology in Europe in English?

Yes — 86% of the criminology programs in Europe in our catalog are taught in English (110 of 128).

Are any of these criminology programs available online?

2 of the 128 programs in Europe are delivered online or by distance learning.