Richard Lynch

Richard Lynch is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader at the Sheffield Institute of Law and Justice, part of Sheffield Hallam University's College of Social Sciences and Arts. He specializes in criminology, criminal justice policy, and higher education curriculum development. His work focuses on promoting student success through partnerships with local educational providers, enabling access to honors undergraduate programs in policing and criminal justice.

Education:

• LLB (Law)
• BPhil (Philosophy)
• MA (Advanced Studies)
• FHEA (Fellow of the Higher Education Academy)
• CertMgt (Management Certification)
• DipSW (Social Work)

Research Interests:

• Intersection of criminology theory and real-world justice practices
• Impact of addiction on criminal justice systems
• Innovations in workplace learning and curriculum design
• Student support strategies to overcome barriers to academic success

Recent Research Trends: His publications address criminal justice reform, addiction policy, and educational methodologies. Collaborations with interdisciplinary teams highlight his commitment to evidence-based policymaking and systemic improvements.

Advising & Partnerships:

• Course leadership driving partnerships with local education providers
• Projects on assessment frameworks and employability integration

Labs/Teams: Active in the DLC cluster on Desistance and Recovery, exploring pathways to reducing recidivism and supporting offenders' rehabilitation.