Study programme
The Master’s programme begins with two compulsory courses in Period 1:
- Critical Reflection on Criminology
- Advanced Methodology
After following these courses, you follow three other modules in the second period: the third compulsory course (Cultural Criminology), and two elective courses out of the following four:
- Cross Border Crime
- Crimes of the Powerful
- Green Criminology
- Digital Criminology
Below you can find the courses of Global Criminology.

You can also download the Master's programme Global Criminology year schedule as a PDF file for easy reference. Please note that the names of the courses may change next year.
Research thesis
Programme participants also complete a research thesis. Work on the research thesis runs throughout the Master’s programme, beginning in December and ending in August. You will fully work on the thesis in the second semester, making use of different interactive teaching methods in conjunction with an individual trajectory with your supervisor.
Internship
You will also have the chance in the second semester to undertake an internship in the Netherlands or in another country, provided it relates to your thesis project.
Academic Calendar
Have a look at our Academic Calendar, where you can find more information about the Master's schedule per period, course registration periods and holidays.