Criminology ​PhD/PhD by Published works

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved or be studying one of the following:

• Bachelor’s (Honours) degree in a cognate subject at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); or
• Master’s degree in a relevant subject (or overseas equivalent)

Months of entry

March, October

Course content

​If you are a graduate in Criminology or a similar discipline, this Criminology PhD / PhD by Published Works programme offers an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge and research skills. The PhD in Criminology is an advanced research degree, awarded based on successful oral defence (viva voce) of the final thesis. A PhD is the highest qualification that any UK university can award. It will also offer researchers an excellent opportunity to develop their career in academia or move into higher management positions in the industry. Our faculty of Business and Law welcomes applications that fit with the specialisms of our research staff.

Find out more about the Institute for Public Safety, Crime and Justice (IPSCJ) ​

The closing dates for applications for the October intake is 1 August, and for the March intake is 11 December.