Peter Joyce

Who am I?

My research interests include the development and contemporary operations of the criminal justice system with particular reference to policing. I have specialist expertise in the policing of protest.
Three ways to describe me would be: dedicated, approachable and well-organised.
My out of work interests include walking (with dogs) and travel. I also regard writing as a hobby as opposed to an occupational requirement. 

Why do I teach?

I’m driven by a passionate commitment to my subject area(s) and a desire to pass on knowledge and experience derived from over 30 years teaching in HE. I also want to help students on a successful career path.
In terms of programme management, I aim to ‘do things better’ even when they are going relatively well.

Words of wisdom

Keep a diary of University-related academic activities to ensure that sufficient time is being devoted to academic study.

How I’ll teach you

My teaching approach is best summarised by preparation, enthusiasm and approachability.
I wish to convey my enthusiasm for what I teach to students. I especially want to encourage them to undertake additional work to broaden their base of knowledge. This entails using a variety of methods to convey relevant subject matter. These methods are designed to make the subject matter interesting and relevant (both academically and vocationally).

Academic and professional qualifications

Universities of Lancaster, Keele and the London School of Economics. His first degree is in History, his Masters is in American History and Institutions and his PhD is in Government.

Previous employment

He joined the users of the Social Science Department in January 1980, having previously taught part time at South Bank Polytechnic. He initially taught Public Administration and Politics, and served as course leader of the BA (Hons) Sandwich and Part Time degree courses in Public Administration. He transferred to the Sociology Department in July 2001 where he teaches Criminology.

Other academic service (administration and management)

• BA Crim/Soc route leader yrs 1+2+3
• Stage 3 Unit Leader Crime Deviance & Control
• Stage 3 Unit Leader Social Unrest, Political Disorder & the State

Why study ?

Undergraduate courses

His main teaching interests are in Criminal Justice Policy and the Policing of Public Disorder.

• BA Crim/Soc route leader yrs 1+2+3
• Stage 3 Unit Leader Crime Deviance & Control
• Stage 3 Unit Leader Social Unrest, Political Disorder & the Stat

Research expertise

Peter is widely published in the areas of both Politics and Criminology. His major publications include:

• The Realignment of the Left ? (Palgrave, 1999)
• An Introduction to Politics (Hodder and Stoughton, 1999)
• Law, Order and the Judiciary (Hodder and Stoughton, 1999)
• Crime and the Criminal Justice System (Liverpool University Press, 2001)
• The Politics of Protest (Palgrave, 2002)
• Politicos Guide to UK General Elections, 1832 - 2001 (Politicos, forthcoming 2004)