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During this programme, you will: 

• Build on the expertise and understanding of conducting serious crime investigations gained through the postgraduate Diploma in Serious Crime Investigation. 

• Deepen your understanding of legal frameworks and investigative practice. 

• Complete a 15,000-word dissertation on a topic related to serious crime. 

• Learn how to conduct independent legal research using traditional and digital tools. 

• Develop advanced analytical and critical thinking skills. 

• Prepare for doctoral study or senior roles in law enforcement and justice. 

Key information: 

• Complete full-time in nine months 

• Delivered through distance learning 

• Submit a 15,000-word dissertation at the end of the final semester 

You will learn through a blend of:  

• One-to-one academic supervision 

• Independent legal research and writing 

• Regular feedback from your supervisor 

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.  

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s  

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in the Postgraduate Diploma in Serious Crime Investigation, which is accredited by the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, or an equivalent programme.   

International students:  

• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students. 

Checklist of documents: 

• Academic transcripts and certificates – translated if needed
• UL graduates only need to provide their student ID number
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• Copy of your CV 

English Language: 

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements 

Guidelines on Completing your Application   

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
• Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist. 
• Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc. 
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying. 

EU - €1,002 per year 

Non- EU - €1,002 per year  

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).  

Funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships.. 

Graduates of this programme typically go on to: 

• Lead complex investigations within An Garda Síochána or other law enforcement agencies
• Contribute to legal and policy reform in the justice system
• Pursue doctoral research in criminal justice or law
• Take on senior roles in policing, intelligence, or public policy 

Still Curious?  

The team regularly host and take part in webinars to support future students. If you would like to learn more or ask questions at an online information session, click below.     

Online Information Sessions