Doctor of Philosophy Programme

PhD OF Criminal Sciences

Next Term Start: October 14, 2024

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OVERVIEW

CI Justice is widely recognized for the impact of its research on real-world crime problems. The College has long-standing links with policymakers, distinguished academic research centers and security organizations internationally.

Our PhD allows you to pursue original research and make a distinctive and important contribution to your field.

The Department of Criminal Sciences is organized into five centers of excellence:

  • Geographical analysis
  • “Crime Design” group
  • Crime Policy and Evaluation Group
  • Terrorism and organized crime
  • Forensic science

Criminal science is an interdisciplinary subject, drawing on expertise in psychology, social sciences, statistics, mathematics, architecture, forensic science, design, geography and computing. This is reflected in our students, who come from diverse backgrounds. This makes the department an interesting and stimulating environment for study.

What will this program give you?

The Criminal Sciences major at CI Justice works to reduce crime through teaching, research, public policy analysis, and dissemination of evidence-based information about crime reduction. Our mission is to change crime policy and practice.

In the Criminal Sciences Department at CI Justice, we are committed to the quality and importance of the research supervision we provide. As an MSc/PhD student, you will work with academics at the forefront of scholarship. You will also be an integral part of our thriving and collaborative research community, both in the department and more widely at CI Justice.

The foundation of your career

This PhD program is a well-established program that attracts students from all over the world who have gone on to exciting careers in the security and crime sectors.

Graduates of our research programs go on to pursue careers in scientific research and take up lectureship positions in academic institutions. Others have also held policy-related positions in the public and private security sectors.

Employability

This is the first doctoral program of its kind to combine an interdisciplinary doctoral degree in crime or security with a program of modules (focused on applying the scientific method to crime reduction) and professional skills training.

Our goal is to produce a new generation of crime and security practitioners with the skills needed to confront modern and evolving criminal threats. With over 60 industry and public sector partners and some of CA Justice’s world-leading academics working in these areas, we offer excellent supervision and career prospects.

Networks

We have long-established links with policymakers at all levels, distinguished academic research centers and security organizations internationally.

The Department attracts leading figures in the field to our extensive program of events that enrich discussions on crime prevention. Regular events include the Women in Security exhibition, the annual International Criminology Conference, regular seminars and external speakers.

These events provide a platform for students to network with criminology practitioners and researchers across academia, government and industry, providing an opportunity to learn from their experiences and make valuable connections.

Collaborative work at CI Justice is also an important aspect of our interdisciplinary research programme. The Philosophy/PhD in Forensic Science program gives students the opportunity to mingle with peers from backgrounds including architecture, computer science, statistics, electronic engineering, chemistry, forensic science, psychology, philosophy, ethics and law.

Areas of research and structure

The department contains five main research groups:

Counter-terrorism: prevention of terrorism depending on the circumstances; Technology used in combating terrorism; Transferable training between crime and terrorism
Crime Mapping: Innovation in crime mapping methods; Mapping future crime
Crime policy analysis and evaluation: evaluation of crime prevention plans; knowledge transfer
Crime Design: The role of design in crime prevention; environmental design; Crime risks and design of administrative procedures
Criminal Science: Reconstructing Forensic Science; Interpretation of evidence; Dynamics of archaeological evidence (including DNA, remains/particles, environmental evidence etc.).

Our research is based on a methodology that combines scientific and engineering expertise with expertise from broader disciplines including the social sciences. We see four “areas” of research that could interact:

Scientific and technological innovation: to create the next generation of security technologies
Human Factors: Understanding and integrating human factors (via behavioral science, decision-making techniques, etc.) into the development of security solutions
Process Factors: Enhancing security operations by increasing our understanding of the operational processes of activities, organizations or infrastructures under threat
Policy: Contributing to the development of government policy through research results.
Research environment
Our department has an interdisciplinary vision regarding crime prevention, terrorism and organized crime. We have well-established links with police forces, policy makers, distinguished academic research centers and security organizations internationally.

The Department has a strong track record of success in working closely with practitioners and is widely recognized for its knowledge transfer and exchange activities, as well as the impact of its research on real-world crime problems.

Core Courses

Advanced studies in scientific research methodology

Advanced studies in scientific research methodology

Constitutional Criminal Law

Constitutional Criminal Law

Advanced Studies in Criminology and Penology

Advanced Studies in Criminology and Penology

Advanced Studies in Financial and Banking Sciences

Advanced Studies in Financial and Banking Sciences

Crimes Against State Security and Public Administration

Crimes Against State Security and Public Administration

Elective Courses

Advanced Studies in Crime Theory

Advanced Studies in Crime Theory

Advanced Studies in Criminal Theory

Advanced Studies in Criminal Theory

Crimes Against Persons and Funds

Crimes Against Persons and Funds

Crimes Against State Security and Public Administration

Crimes Against State Security and Public Administration

Principles of Criminal Trials

Principles of Criminal Trials

International Criminal Law

International Criminal Law

International Criminal Court

International Criminal Court

Rehabilitation and Care Centers for Juvenile Delinquents

Rehabilitation and Care Centers for Juvenile Delinquents

Forensic Studies

Forensic Studies

Studies on Special Courts Formed By an International Decision

Studies on Special Courts Formed By an International Decision

Advanced Studies in Contemporary Crimes

Advanced Studies in Contemporary Crimes

What will the first stage be?

The student studies nine courses, distributed as follows:
√ Six compulsory courses.
√Three elective courses from among the courses offered by the faculty for Ph.D. students.
The study is conducted through research seminars in each course, and the research seminar relies on multiple references and is in accordance with the scientific research methodology and standards.
The study of each of the eight courses takes four credit hours for a minimum of four weeks, and it may be more than that according to the abilities of each student, after which the student’s competency and knowledge test is held in the course he finished, then he starts in another course in the same way, and so on.
Courses studied in the first year, the student has the right to extend the study for a period not exceeding a second year.
If a specialization track is chosen within the general program, elective courses will have to be studied from the courses designated for the chosen specialization.

What will the second stage be like?

● The student is assigned a virtual two course that the faculty chooses from among the courses that the student studied at the bachelor’s level. This is a practical training for the student, with ten credit hours. The student must divide this course into twelve to fourteen abbreviated lectures. The student presents each lecture in the form of a written summary of its topic in Word format, accompanied by a video recording of it in the student’s voice using the Power Point program. Its duration is not less than ten minutes and not more than twenty minutes.

What will the thrid stage be like?

Requirements for registering a thesis topic for a Ph. D. degree in Common Law
Requirements for registering a thesis topic for a Ph.d degree in Law and Justice The student must pass the prescribed academic courses with at least 70%.
The student obtains a TOEFL certificate with a score of at least 450, or its equivalent, or obtains a corresponding certificate in the French language, with the exception of those who obtained a first university degree in one of the two languages, or in one of the two languages.
The student submits a request to the university administration to register a Ph. D. thesis with a suggested topic in one of the sub-specialized tracks.
If the initial approval of the subject title is achieved, the Faculty Council shall specify a supervisor to guide the student and follow him up in preparing the plan.
The research plan includes the importance of the subject and a critical presentation of the previous studies in it, and a specification of the research problem, then defining the methodology of the study and its main hypotheses or the questions that you want to answer, and the division of the study and its sources.
The student presents his proposed plan in a scientific seminar. The plan discusses a topic and methodology.
The student amends his plan based on the notes of the professors in the seminar if he is asked to amend it.
The plan is presented after the seminar to the Faculty Council to take its decision regarding the registration of the subject.
In the event of approval, the decision of the Faculty Council is presented to the University Council to approve the registration, and the date of registration is calculated from the date of approval by the University Council.
Jury discussion and degree awarding
The minimum period for preparing a Ph. D. thesis is 16 months, starting from the date of approval of the University Council to register the subject, and the maximum is 7 years, which can be extended for a third exceptional year upon the recommendation of the supervisor and The approval of the Faculty Council, provided that the total period of the student’s enrollment in the degree does not exceed four years.
The supervisor submits a semi-annual report that includes what has been accomplished, and what is required in the remaining period.
After the student completes the thesis and the supervisor reviews it, the supervisor submits to the university administration a report stating that it is valid for discussion, including an evaluation of the student’s performance during the thesis preparation period of 140 degrees, along with submission a full A copy of the thesis signed by him, and a letter with the names of the jury proposed by the professors of the discipline, for presentation to the council the faculty.
It is required that before the student’s discussion, at least fifteen days have passed from the date of approval of the jury committee from the faculty.
The jury committee formed to discuss the thesis is six months, which may be renewed for a similar period based on a report from the supervisor and the approval of the Faculty Council.
The period of validity of the committee formed to discuss thesis is six months. It may be renewed for a similar period based on a report from the supervisor and the approval of the Faculty Council.
Each member of the jury writes a detailed scientific report on the validity of the thesis for discussion, and evaluates the thesis out of 100 grade, and the average of the three degrees is taken.
The student may not be discussed unless he obtains at least 70% of the supervisor’s evaluation of his performance and the jury members’ evaluation of the thesis in the individual reports.
Submit a post-dissertation group report signed by all members of the jury evaluating the thesis discussion out of 100.

How will I study this programme?

With our unique approach to distance learning, you can study from home, work, or on the go.

You will have some assessment dates to keep, but otherwise, you will be free to study at times that suit you, fitting in your learning about work, family and social life.For each of your modules, you will use either online-only resources or a combination of online and print materials.
Each unit you study will have its own online resource
A weekly study planner, giving you a step-by-step guide through your studies
Course materials such as reading, videos, recordings and self-assessed activities
Unit forums for discussions and collaborative activities with other students
Details of each task and its due dates
Tutoring booking system, online tutoring rooms and contact details for your tutor
Online versions of some printed materials and resources.

How will I receive support from specialist academics?

You will have a tutor for each unit, who will introduce himself or herself before the unit starts.

During this unit, they will:

  • Evaluate your assignments and give feedback to help you improve
  • Directing you to learning resources
  • Support you, whether with general study skills or topic-specific help.

What about support and other resources?

Throughout your studies, you will have access to our subject-specific student support teams.

They will help you with any general questions about your studies and updates to your account on our educational platform.

To help with your studies, you will also have access to:

Our electronic library, which contains high-quality electronic resources to support your studies
Other university libraries.
Online Help Centre, which contains general information about studying and support at CA Justice, as well as tips on study skills
Microsoft Office 365 for free
IT and computing support from our Computing Help Center.

What will the lessons be like?

Tutorials are usually done online and are always optional.

Webinars are live presentations with module teachers in dedicated online learning rooms and are sometimes recorded.

What about Assessment?

Our assessments are all designed to reinforce your learning and help you show your understanding of the topics. The mix of assessment methods will vary between modules.

Computer-Marked Assignments

Usually, a series of online, multiple-choice questions.

Tutor-Marked Assignments

You’ll have a number of these throughout each module, each with a submission deadline.
They can be made up of essays, questions, experiments or something else to test your understanding of what you have learned.
Your tutor will mark and return them to you with detailed feedback.

End-of-Module Assessments

The final, marked piece of work on most modules.
Modules with an end-of-module assessment won’t usually have an exam.

Exams

Some modules end with an exam. You’ll be given time to revise and prepare.
You’ll be given your exam date at least 20 days in advance.
Most exams take place remotely, and you will complete them at home or at an alternative location.
If a module requires you to take a face-to-face exam, this will be made clear in the module description, and you will be required to take your exam in person at one of our exam centres.

Is CIJustice accredited ?

Without a doubt… CI Justice is fully accredited and International Suleiman University shares its accreditations.

You can view and check our accreditations by clicking here

Can you provide me with the appropriate support to choose the program that suits me?

certainly! The Guidance and Academic Center works to communicate with potential students and provide all information and details about the academic program that the student will study. We also provide within the initial admission system a tool that helps the student choose the program that suits him by answering questionnaire questions that were designed with paths based on the data.

What are the services and facilities provided to students?

We work to provide all services and facilities to students through the multiple offices and resources at CI Justice. Where each office provides related services. The multiple resources also work to enhance the student’s experience by providing future tools that were designed by experts practicing in the labor market and which help the student develop all the necessary skills, whether applied or theoretical, to excel in the labor market and life after graduation.

What distinguishes your academic staff?

Our academic staff was carefully selected through reviews of the CVs of more than 10,000 academics from all countries of the world, in a way that ensures excellence in the educational process and enhances cultural diversity among students.

What is your relationship with the labor market?

We are proud of our good relationship with major companies in many countries, as we ensure that the student receives sufficient practice during his studies by providing him with training opportunities and assigning him to prepare detailed reports about his practice in the workplace.

Does CI Justice have a license?

certainly! CA Justice is licensed by the UK Government to work in a capacity including:
85421 – First-degree level higher education
85422 – Post-graduate level higher education
85600 – Educational support services
69109 – Activities of patent and copyright agents; other legal activities not elsewhere classified.

You can check this on the official UK Government website by clicking here

Does CIJustice have the right to provide learning?

Does CIJustice have the right to provide learning?

By request! We have the authority to provide academic programs with ID 10093951.

You can verify this by checking the official website by clicking here

How is flexibility available in your programmes?

Flexibility comes in many forms in the programme, whether through teaching and assessment methods, duration of study, or even tuition fees.
The student can find the learning method that suits him best among the three methods that we provide, which are (open learning, virtual learning, and blended learning). After the first semester, based on his cumulative average, he can also accelerate his study period by allowing him to register a greater number of credits. He can also give up the summer vacation and take an additional summer semester. As for tuition fees, if the student achieves a high cumulative average, he can obtain partial scholarships of up to 90% of the tuition fees. Some students from war and crisis countries may be selected to be taught through a 100% scholarship.

Can I continue at CI Justice if I have been educated elsewhere?

If you have already completed some university studies elsewhere, you may be able to count towards this qualification – which could save you time and money by reducing the number of units you need to study. At CI Justice we call this process transfer of accreditation.

It is not only university study that can be taken into consideration, but you can also transfer study from a wide range of professional qualifications to an academic qualification.

What are the outcomes of learning, teaching and assessment?

What are the main areas in which my learning will be developed:

  • Knowledge and understanding.
  • Cognitive skills.
  • Practical and professional skills.
  • Basic skills.

The level and depth of learning increases gradually as you progress towards the qualification. You’ll be supported throughout by CI Justice’s unique teaching and assessment method – which includes a personal tutor to guide you and comment on your work; high-quality course texts; e-learning resources such as podcasts, interactive media and online materials; Educational groups and community forums.

Tuition fees


FeesType of fees
175 GBPPer credit
75 GBPSemester registration fee

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