Dr. Alexander Mcclelland

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alexander McClelland is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Carleton University. He holds a Ph.D. in Humanities from Concordia University and a Master's in Environmental Studies from York University. His research interests lie at the intersection of critical social sciences, focusing on the dynamics of violence, surveillance, criminalization, and public health. McClelland actively investigates societal impacts on marginalized communities, particularly regarding HIV-related issues and the ethical dimensions of research practices. His work has garnered multiple grants, including funding for community-based HIV surveillance and initiatives addressing police-involved deaths in Canada. McClelland has published extensively in refereed journals and authored a significant book titled "Criminalized Lives: HIV Legal Violence" which examines the nuances of legal and social responses to HIV disclosure. He teaches various courses related to criminology, addressing contemporary issues and the relationship between policing and public health.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-08-01 — Present

Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice • Ottawa, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the areas of criminology and social justice.

Courses

CRCJ 2200: Contemporary Issues Criminology CRCJ 3110: Policing & Public Health CRCJ 4001: Anarchism

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.