Criminal Justice Work

Crime exists all over the world and knows no borders. From organised crime to terrorism to illegally downloaded content, crime is omnipresent and international. And to keep up, law enforcement and crime prevention agencies need to look across national borders.

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This means that professionals working in law enforcement and crime prevention (such as police and social workers) need an international perspective. Especially because each country has a different law enforcement culture. In this programme, amongst others, you learn about the criminal justice system of crime as a social problem and the reactions of society to it.

Useful to know

Start February
Number of ECTS 30 Dutch Education System
Programme level Minor
Programme code AIV-MCJW-16
Language of instruction English
Year of study Year 3 or 4
Practical Matters Housing and Immigration
Location Utrecht Science Park

Course content

What do you need to enter this programme? And what can you expect when you apply? In this section you'll find all you need to know!

Practical information

When you move to a different country to study, there are lots of things to arrange. For instance, where will you live, how much are the costs? Visit our practical information page to help you prepare your stay. It is also important to start arranging a living space as soon as possible. Our housing pages will help you on your way. A student living in the Netherlands needs about € 800 - 1000 a month to cover living expenses, such as housing, food and transportation. This includes insurances – health insurance is mandatory.

Find out how to apply

Ready for an international adventure?

Why choose HU?

  • Fighting globalised crime together

    Globalisation requires criminal justice professionals to change their mindset. This programme, with its international participants and lecturers, aims to do just that. It focuses on current developments, and assignments and lectures have a practical approach and are developed with practitioners in the field.

  • Inspiring international setting

    HU supports your ambitions. During your time in Utrecht, you will meet students from all over the world and make connections to last a lifetime.

  • Benefits of the Utrecht Science Park Campus

    On Utrecht Science Park (USP) you'll find the universities' buildings, student housing, cafés, a sports centre, and much more. With excellent transport links to Utrecht city centre and beyond.

  • Vibrant university city Utrecht

    Beautiful Utrecht has lots of young people and excellent facilities for student life. It has a mediaeval city centre which is small enough to explore by foot or bicycle.

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