University of Limerick - Research Post Grad: Criminal Justice

Course Overview/Contact:

• Locate their research in the wider context of criminal justice;
• Create a body of work which offers critical and original perspectives on existing knowledge, or opens up new fields of study, in criminal justice;
• Demonstrate a strong foundation in theoretical and methodological principles relevant to their research question;
• Engage in research related activities which enhance their transferable skills;
• Work as an active and autonomous researcher.

Contact

Dr Sean Donlan
Law School - Humanities
Phone: 353 (0)61 234199
Email: Sean.Donlan@ul.ie

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Programme Content:

This four year programme includes a combination of research and taught modules.  The principal component of the programme is the final thesis. In addition to developing their research project, students will follow a number of modules designed to enhance the quality and depth of their research.  Students will take 6 taught modules over the first year of the programme. In addition to this, students will take generic university skills.

Students will begin their research work during the first year of the programme, and from year two onwards, students will be engaged full time in research and research related activities.  The research component of the programme requires the completion and examination of a PhD thesis based on original research in compliance with current University regulations.

Entry Requirements:

The minimum requirement for entry is an appropriate honours primary bachelor’s degree with a classification of 2.1 honours or a postgraduate qualification at honours level in a relevant social sciences degree programme obtained from a university or other institution recognised by the University of Limerick following a period of study similar to that required in the University of Limerick. Candidates should be proficient in the use of English for academic purposes to meet UL’s minimum standards.