Doctorate Criminal Justice Online
Course overview
The Doctorate of Criminal Justice (DCrimJ) at Teesside University is a professional doctoral programme designed for individuals already working, researching, or volunteering within the criminal justice system who wish to advance as experts and leaders in their field. The course develops advanced critical thinking, analysis, and decision-making skills, empowering students to apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges and help shape new policies within the justice sector.
The programme is taught by experienced academics who have both professional and research expertise in criminology, law, and policing. Students will undertake a major doctoral-level research project that contributes original knowledge to the field of criminal justice.
Assessment methods include research reports, critical essays, professional discussions, research proposals, and a final project review. All teaching and learning activities, including lectures, discussions, and supervision, are conducted 100% online via Teesside University’s Brightspace learning platform.
Entry requirements
Applicants must already be working, researching, or volunteering within the criminal justice system or a closely related area. Admission decisions are based on interviews with academic staff and evidence of a commitment to improving professional practice and policy through advanced research.
Grade Requirements:
- A relevant master’s level qualification or 60 credits of postgraduate study at Level 7, completed within the last five years.
- At least two years of professional or voluntary experience in a related field.
- Applicants with significant experience and alternative qualifications may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no component below 5.5) or an equivalent Secure English Language Test (SELT) score.
Career opportunities
The Doctorate in Criminal Justice (Online) graduates can pursue various career roles, including:
- Policy Maker or Advisor (influencing criminal justice policy)
- Senior Manager/Leader within the Police or Prison Service
- Expert Researcher in a criminal justice organisation.
- Academic or Lecturer in criminology or law
- Consultant Practitioner (specialising in evidence-based practice)
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the Doctorate in Criminal Justice (Online) programme is £7,710 per year. Fees are subject to periodic review and change.
Admission
Applications for the Doctorate in Criminal Justice (Online) programme are made directly through the Teesside University website. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to AHZ’s experienced counsellors for expert guidance throughout the admission process.
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