Dr. Richard Alexander

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Richard G. Alexander is an assistant professor at the Willem Pompe Institute of Criminal Law and Criminology at Utrecht University. He has a background in the Royal Marines Commandos, transitioning into academia after earning his Bachelor of Criminology from Manchester Metropolitan University with honors. He has furthered his studies with two master's degrees, one in Global Criminology from Utrecht University and another in Social Research Methods from the University of Kent, both achieved with cum laude distinction. His doctoral research focused on the narrative meanings associated with psychedelic drug use in non-clinical contexts, contributing to the broader discussion surrounding the current psychedelic renaissance. As a researcher, Richard is primarily interested in the sociocultural dynamics of drugs, exploring how drug use and users are perceived and understood within society.

Research Interests

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required: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:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology