Overview

The Criminology course from Lancaster University is researched and taught within Lancaster University - Management School, which is a vibrant research environment where many colleagues are engaged in numerous aspects of criminological research.

Key facts:

You will be invited to attend any guest lectures and seminars hosted by the School, as well as encouraged to join and participate in the activities of the Law School’s different research groups and centres.

We also host student-led seminars, arranged by the research students themselves for the discussion of work in progress.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the programme, 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
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-10-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-09 00:00:00

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More details

If you are applying for funding, are applying from overseas or require on-campus accommodation, we recommend that you apply as early as possible.

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lancaster, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminology View 36 other PhDs in Criminology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree: an upper second class honours degree (UK or equivalent) in any background

Master's degree: a good Master's degree in any background

We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information.

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

The postgraduate research fees for the next year have not yet been set.

Living costs

Lancaster

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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