Criminology PhD at University of Northampton

Programme overview

If you have a degree in criminology or a similar discipline, this PhD programme is an ideal way to expand your knowledge and research skills. Many graduates go on to academic positions or research roles in policy and criminal justice.

Department: Criminology and Policing | Duration: PhD: Full Time 2 years - 4 years; or Part Time 3 years - 6 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: October, March | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This Criminology PhD programme is a way for you to develop your specialism and improve your skills in research, academic writing, presentation, and practice. While developing your research projects, you will initially receive general, and project-specific training so that you can conduct your research work effectively and independently.

Career pathways

Successful researchers can progress within a wide variety of roles in academia or move into higher management positions in the industry and other criminological professions and associated fields. The University of Northampton has an excellent Careers and Employability Service who are dedicated to equipping students with the skills to thrive, adapt and innovate in our ever-changing world.

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Application information

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) English language: If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you meet the IELTS test minimum score – 7.0 overall, 6.5 in writing and 6.5 in other sections (or equivalent). Please note that some English Language test results are only valid for two years, including IELTS. Applications with IELTS lower than 5.5 in all components will not be considered.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,850 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: October, March

Duration: PhD: Full Time 2 years - 4 years; or Part Time 3 years - 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/postgraduate/how-to-apply/research-degrees/

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