Policing Studies

Entry requirements

• a minimum 2:1 honours undergraduate degree in a relevant subject
• a Masters degree with a research dissertation in a relevant subject
• to have had research training directly related to the PhD project

• If you have qualifications other than those above, your application will be considered individually on merit. Appropriate research and previous experience will be taken into account.
• IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
• We also welcome applications from those with non-standard qualifications who can demonstrate knowledge, experience, and skills developed in the workplace or other setting relevant to the programme of research.
• If you do not hold the standard academic entry requirements, please use your personal statement to provide further details. Non-standard applications will be considered by the Admissions Tutor(s) on a case-by-case basis.

Months of entry

February, June, October

Course content

LJMU's Centre for Advanced Policing Studies is at the forefront of developing new research in policing, criminal justice, security and related fields.

• Join an ambitious School and student/staff body known for its impactful and sector-leading research
• Explore the availability of research scholarships
• Experience expert supervision from former serving officers, practitioners and leading academics
• Receive research training and opportunities to communicate research within and outside the University
• Benefit from excellent facilities and great multi-discipline connections

• transnational and public order policing
• serious organised crime
• victimology and domestic violence
• terrorism and counter-terrorism
• intelligence-led policing
• human trafficking

Information for international students

Fees and funding

Please see course page for more information.