About this course
University of Northampton offers PhD Criminology as a 2-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Social and Cultural Courses. Based in Northampton, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £16,350 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7 overall or TOEFL iBT 60. Intakes run across 3 windows (March, 2026 and March, 2027…).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Applicants for this course should have achieved or be studying one of the following: Bachelor’s (Honours) degree in a cognate subject at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); or Master’s degree in a relevant subject (or overseas equivalent). Students with lower-level qualifications, or qualifications in a different subject area but relevant experience, will also be considered on an individual basis. We accept a range of qualifications from different countries.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸March, 2026
- ▸March, 2027
- ▸October, 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
