Dr Susie Atherton

Biography

I have been working in higher education since 2004 in various roles as a researcher, lecturer, senior lecturer and programme leader. I have taught modules covering criminological theory, research methods, criminal justice policy and community justice. Prior to joining University of Gloucestershire in September 2020, I worked at University of Northampton, Keele University, De Montfort University and Birmingham City University.

My main research interests are alternative justice and the role of arts in rehabilitation and desistance. I am currently working on a project with Gloucestershire Police on providing supportive accommodation for females in contact with the criminal justice system with complex needs. I am keen to continue researching in the field of alternative justice, to follow on from my PhD which examined problem solving courts and restorative practice as a community resource.

I am also happy to receive enquiries and proposals from potential PhD students interested in researching alternative justice and arts and criminal justice.

Qualifications

• PhD: Criminology, De Montfort University, 2018
• MSc in Criminal Justice Policy, London School of Economics, 2001
• BSc Psychology and Sociology, Plymouth University 1995.

Accreditation

Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

Membership of professional bodies

British Society of Criminology