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About

The objective of the PhD Criminology programme from University of Nicosia is to provide students with a coherent and intellectually challenging degree that prepares them to conduct research among the many aspects of criminology and criminal justice, varying with individual interests and areas of specialty.

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Overview

Within the Criminology PhD programme from University of Nicosia , by the end of the period of doctoral study, students are expected to:

  • Comprehend basic principles of research design, including an understanding of how to conceptualize criminological research, formulate researchable problems, and construct and test hypotheses.
  • Be able to demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field.
  • Be able to manage successfully all the stages of a research project, including managing data, and conducting and disseminating research in a way that is consistent with both professional practice and the normal principles of research ethics.
  • Apply expert knowledge in specific areas of the discipline, such as Law, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Courts, Social Services etc.
  • Be able to explain and identify open problems and areas needing development in their fields.
  • Be able to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of research.
  • Exhibit competence in the use of quantitative and qualitative methodologies in criminological enquiry and exhibit skills in the use of quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods.

Career Prospects

A Criminology PhD programme from University of Nicosia prepares students to lead change and/or policy making in the communities or the organisations they choose to work:

  • Academia (Research/Teaching Faculty)
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • Probation and parole services
  • Correctional settings
  • Social services
  • Research and analysis for government or private consulting firms

Programme Structure

  • To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources. 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English, Greek
TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
79

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
79

Student insurance

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  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • The minimum requirement for admission to the doctoral degree programme is a Master’s Degree and a Thesis Proposal.
  • In addition to the above, applicants must also satisfy the following requirements:
  • The Master’s Degree should be in the areas of Humanities and/or Social Sciences (i.e. Criminology, Psychology, Law, Sociology or other relevant disciplines)

Living costs for Nicosia

576 - 866 EUR /month
Living costs

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