Dr. Peter Ramsay

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Biography

Peter Ramsay is a Professor of Law at the London School of Economics and Political Science, where he has been teaching since 2006. His research has significantly contributed to the 'political turn' in criminal law theory, examining the evolution of criminal law within the framework of a democratic sovereign state. Current projects focus on the theory of criminal law as a branch of public law, especially concerning political authority and the rights of vulnerable citizens. Ramsay holds a PhD from King's College London, where he explored issues surrounding vulnerability and state power in his thesis entitled 'Vulnerability, Sovereignty, Police Power: Theory ASBO'. He is also co-chair of the LSE Academic Freedom staff network and has various publications in both academic and public discourse concerning the intersection of law, democracy, and societal challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Law

2006-01-01 — Present

London School of Economics and Political Science • London, England

Teaching and research in criminal law theory, focusing on political authority and citizens' rights.

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
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