Research integrated with teaching

Organiserad brottslighet och droger

Professor Kim Møller guides students in conducting thematic analyses of questions directly connected to his ongoing research.

“In this course, students explore organised crime, drug markets, money laundering, new psychoactive substances, online data, CCTV, crime harm, and cybercrime – areas at the forefront of contemporary criminology,” says Kim.

By working hands‑on with real research questions and current societal challenges, students gain practical analytical experience and develop the skills needed to understand and address some of today’s most pressing crime phenomena.

A scientific conference for students

During the programme introduction students participate in a teaching session we call the criminological conference.

The format resembles a scientific conference: researchers present their studies in short talks and then take part in a panel where students can ask questions. The participating researchers vary from term to term and may include everyone from doctoral students to professors.

Alexander Engström is a researcher and programme director for the Criminology Programme.

“The purpose of this session is to ensure that students encounter current research conducted at the department early in their studies and have the opportunity to interact with researchers. Previous research shows that early contact with research strengthens the integration of research throughout the education. Students are typically engaged and curious about the research conducted at the department,” he says.