PhD in Criminology in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

A dynamic criminology research community empowers students to become skilled researchers who are theoretically grounded and actively participate in public discussions on crime and justice.
Our research primarily focuses on analyzing the harms and conflicts we choose to criminalize, the consequences of criminalization and punishment, and exploring alternative approaches that promote equitable and secure communities rather than worsening social disparities.
Faculty members participate in numerous research initiatives and collaborations across Scotland, the UK, and globally. Beyond ensuring guidance from leading postgraduate supervisors, this enables students to interact with government agencies, justice organizations, NGOs, individuals with direct justice system experience, and advocacy groups pushing for reform or abolition.
The University of Glasgow co-founded and hosts the Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research (SCCJR), a collaborative network across five Scottish institutions (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Napier, Stirling, and Strathclyde). SCCJR offers staff and researchers diverse professional development activities.
Our research programs provide distinctive advantages:
Opportunities to work with and learn from those committed to improving justice systems
Comprehensive training in both traditional quantitative/qualitative methods and innovative approaches like mixed-methods, digital, visual, and creative methodologies
Exploring novel theoretical frameworks and interdisciplinary perspectives for examining crime and justice issues.