The Centre for Criminal Justice Studies

Our research centre is an interdisciplinary research institute providing comparative insights into key criminal justice issues.

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School of Law - Centre for Criminal Justice Studies

Our academic team consists of over 20 experts in the field of Criminal Justice and Criminology who conduct research and teaching within the School.

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Our research projects explore contemporary issues within the field at a local, national and international level.

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The Centre has a strong reputation for impactful research in criminal justice and criminology.

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Within the Centre there are a number of interdisciplinary hubs and forums committed to advancing knowledge and fostering collaboration in their respective fields.

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Spotlight on our research

Dr Sam Lewis, Associate Professor in Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies at the School of Law, is conducting research into men's violence against women. In this video she summarises her current project to tackle rural domestic abuse, in close collaboration with Cumbria Constabulary.

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An accessible version of the video is available here. 

Find out more about the project here.