Criminology PhD
Central to our vision for the future of Criminology here at Manchester, is a vibrant and successful graduate student community.
Our PhD students are an integral part of our vibrant and supportive research community. We are committed to nurturing researchers at all stages of their careers in order to consolidate a research reputation that is respected internationally for its rigour and significance.
Programme structure
The PhD programme is a 3 or 3.5 three year full-time programme or a 6 or 7 year part-time programme. The letter you received from the University offering you a place on the PhD programme specifies your registration period and the deadline for submission of your thesis.
The PhD programme is structured through a combination of supervised research, research training and researcher development. You will begin work on your research from the start date of your PhD with support from your supervisory team. Research training to support you in your research is available at the University and your training needs and requirements should be discussed with your supervisors. Researcher development is further training provided by the Faculty of Humanities under the Researcher Development Framework. The main focus of this is on the personal and professional skills required to produce a high quality PhD.
Your research community
Postgraduate students are seen as an integral and essential part of our overall research activities. The type and the subject matter of the research undertaken will be closely linked to the research experience and plans of staff within the department. The department has a range of ongoing research activities and events, such as guest speakers, research seminars and conferences. You are required to attend and engage with these events, as they are part of the intellectual culture of the Department, and also contribute to your individual training and development.