Criminal Justice Work Exchange programme | HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht

This means for professionals working in law enforcement and crime prevention – police, policy makers, paralegals and social workers – that they have to work together with their international counterparts. In this programme, you learn about the various aspects of international crime fighting. Assignments and lectures have a practical approach and are developed in co-creation with practitioners in the field.

Start date	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
Location	Utrecht Science Park

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!

Crime is all over the world and has no borders. Well-known examples are international terrorism or organised crime. But it can also be seen in petty crimes like possession of cannabis for personal use, smuggling fireworks or downloading music.

Our minor programme Criminal Justice Work focuses on the various aspects of international crime fighting, providing you with invaluable insights and practical applications. You will work together intensively in an international group of students.

Would you like to know more about this programme or do you have a specific question? Please contact the programme coordinator, Heidi van Houten.

This programme is truly international, with students from all over the world, and offers you a virtual journey through the culturally diverse legal, governmental and social views on crime control and prevention. The programme consists of six courses, three per period.

Title	ECTS
Cultural criminology	5
Criminal Law in European Context	5
Public Management of Security	5
Strengthening Social Capital and Social Network	5
Effective Probation in European Context	5
Working Alliance	5

There are no additional entry requirements.

English CEFR level B2.

Please note: You may be asked to take a language assessment test before the start of the programme. If your English language skills are below the required level, you may not be able to enter the course, as you need to be able to actively participate in (parts of) the programme. In all cases, the programme manager makes the final decision.

In our Course Guide you can find all relevant information about the programme in one practical document.

Examination of the courses will normally be written individual assignments or exams. In some courses students are required to give an oral group presentation.

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 the practical information site. Read here for more info about how to arrange housing. 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.

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Ready for an international adventure?

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. Our lecturers will tutor and assist you in making the most of this international programme. During your time in Utrecht, you will meet students from all over the world and make connections to last a lifetime.
Utrecht Science Park Campus
Studying at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht means you get to enjoy all the benefits of our modern campus, Utrecht Science Park (USP). A miniature city with the universities' buildings, student housing, restaurants, cafés, a sports centre, and much more, it enjoys excellent transport links to Utrecht and beyond.
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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. Enjoy a drink next to the quaint canals or dine in one of the converted wharf cellars.
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