This gives you a range of opportunities to take part in seminars, reading groups, writing retreats and collaborative projects.
Features
- You'll be part of the Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice, a leading centre for social justice and human rights.
- With the support of the centre, you'll be able to develop innovative projects which have broader significance for community, national and international policy engagement.
Visit the programme website for more information
Programme Structure
We have particular research interests in:
- desistance and recovery
- criminal justice institutions
- human rights and social justice
- socio-legal studies
- learning and teaching
Check out the full curriculum
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
- All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).
- All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.
- You are encouraged to find out more about our staff and their current research to inform the development of your research proposal and to ensure it aligns with our research themes. Before submitting your proposal, please contact the member(s) of staff listed against the relevant research theme.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International: 35,428 AUD/year (≈ 18,600 GBP/year)
Domestic: 10,148 AUD/year (≈ 5,328 GBP/year)
Living costs
Sheffield, United Kingdom: 1,057-1,861 AUD/month
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Law and Criminology.
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Provided by university: Postgraduate Study Discounts - Grant: 2000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Provided by university: Performance Athlete Support Programme - Grant: 1350 GBP, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026, Merit-based
- Independent provider: Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- Independent provider: ServiceScape Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- Independent provider: ACES Scholarships - Grant: 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Independent provider: Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Independent provider: Scholarships for PhD Students - Grant: 19000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Independent provider: Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027, Merit-based
- Independent provider: $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based
- Independent provider: Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Independent provider: Women Scholarship for International Students - Grant: 5000 USD, Deadline: 28 Aug 2026, Merit-based
- Independent provider: The PhD Prep Fellowship - Grant: 10000 USD, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026, Merit-based
- Independent provider: Dream Chaser Scholarship - Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027, Merit-based
- Independent provider: Scholarship for students with disabilities - Grant: 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based
- Independent provider: Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - Grant: 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Independent provider: The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - Grant: 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Independent provider: Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Grant: 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
