PHD Law and Criminology

The PhD in Law and Criminology at Sheffield Hallam University offers you the opportunity to become an independent researcher. You will have a team of supervisors who are experts in your research area. Most of the work is done on your own, so you need to be motivated. Your supervisors will help you plan your research and guide you as you learn to work independently.

You can use different methods for your thesis. Some students use a doctrinal method for legal research, which means they study legal theories. Other students work with real communities and industries. They use methods like interviews and surveys to collect information for their research.

You will also join a research community in the Law and Criminology Department. This gives you the chance to take part in seminars, reading groups, and collaborative projects. A PhD in Law and Criminology from Sheffield Hallam University will help you become a confident researcher with good connections in the field.

Sheffield Hallam University was founded in 1843 and is made up of three main colleges: the College of Business, Technology and Engineering, the College of Social Sciences and Arts, and the College of Health, Wellbeing, and Life Sciences.

According to the Research Excellence Framework, 72% of the university's research has been judged as world-class or internationally excellent. Sheffield Hallam University was given a Gold rating in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework. This shows how committed the university is to giving students a great education. The university also has a five-star rating from the QS Star system, doing very well in areas like teaching, helping students find jobs, facilities, and innovation.

As part of the application process, applicants are to submit a research proposal of not more than 1,500 words. A personal statement that answers four set questions (200 words each) with practical examples is also required. Applicants will also need to supply details of two referees who can comment on their academic ability and readiness for the course.

Grade Requirements:

All applicants should hold a strong, relevant undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant master's qualification (merit and above).

English Proficiency:

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by having an IELTS overall score of 7.0 or above (or equivalent) with at least 6.5 in each of the components.
It should be noted that the IELTS results must have been awarded two years before the beginning of the doctorate programme.

Sheffield Hallam University offers several scholarships and discounts to help international students with their tuition fees. These awards are often competitive and are usually given based on your academic results.
One of the available scholarships is the Vice-Chancellor's Award. This is an automatic discount on your tuition fees for your first year of study. The amount of the award changes, with some students receiving up to £3,000 off their fees.

A PhD in Law and Criminology from Sheffield Hallam University opens doors to career opportunities in roles such as the following:

• Attorney
• Policy Analyst
• Federal Agent
• Professor
• Forensic Scientist

You can apply for this course by filling out the university's online application form. Our trained counsellors at AHZ are also available to walk you through this process.