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PhD Criminology at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

PhD in Criminology established in 2016, supervised by experts mainly in the Department of Social Work & Social Policy and the Law School. Topics include youth and criminal justice, prisons and penal policy, desistance, risk assessment, human rights, gender and crime, and environmental crime.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Social Work & Social Policy and Law School  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students undertake an independent supervised research project with a team of two supervisors, drawing on criminology expertise across social work and law.

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Entry requirements

Applicants submit transcripts and certificates of all degrees, two references (one academic) and a research proposal of 1,500-2,000 words. Applicants identify a supervisor before finalising the application and send a draft proposal and CV. Proof of English language proficiency is required where English is not the first language.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Tuition per academic year, full-time. Scotland and England, Wales & Northern Ireland rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,950 a year (2026/27). Tuition per academic year, full-time. Source

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