Psychology & Criminology

This national, curriculum-aligned conference is designed for A-level students of psychology and criminology. Through engaging talks, expert insight, and lived experience, students will explore the connections between psychology, criminal behaviour, and the criminal justice system.

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Psychology & Criminology

This national event offers A-level students a unique opportunity to hear from leading experts in forensic psychology, criminology, and psychiatry, all in one day. With engaging keynote talks, interactive sessions, and Q&A panels, the conference will bring applied psychology and criminology to life - bridging the gap between theory and real-world practice.

Confirmed speakers include renowned criminologist Professor David Wilson, consultant forensic psychiatrist Professor Gwen Adshead, and leading forensic psychologist Ana Motz, with further contributors to be announced.

All talks are mapped to the major A-level specifications (AQA, OCR, WJEC, and Edexcel), ensuring curriculum alignment and deepened subject understanding. Students will also have the chance to meet speakers and purchase signed copies of their best-selling books.

Whether preparing for exams or considering future study, this is an unmissable day of insight, inspiration, and academic enrichment.

Academic expertise, applied experience

Conference Speakers

Professor David Wilson

Criminologist, Author, TV Presenter

Professor David Wilson is one of the UK’s most prominent criminologists and a well-known broadcaster. A former prison governor, he has advised on high-profile investigations and worked closely with law enforcement to understand violent crime. He has published extensively on serial killers, prisons, and criminal justice, and is widely recognised for his ability to bring academic insight to mainstream audiences through books, documentaries, and television.

Professor Gwen Adshead

Forensic Psychiatrist, Author

Professor Gwen Adshead is a leading forensic psychiatrist and psychotherapist, internationally recognised for her clinical work with violent offenders. Her career spans NHS secure hospitals and academic research, exploring themes of trauma, personality disorder, and moral responsibility. A regular media commentator and acclaimed author, she is praised for her unique ability to combine compassion with forensic insight, offering new ways to understand complex and challenging behaviour.

Ana Motz

Forensic Psychologist, Author

Ana Motz is an experienced forensic psychologist and author whose work has focused on violence, trauma, and recovery within the criminal justice system. She has held senior clinical roles in prisons and therapeutic communities, helping shape approaches to rehabilitation and treatment for some of the most complex cases. Alongside her practice, she has written influential texts that blend psychology, criminology, and lived experience, making her a respected voice in the field of forensic psychology.

Noel Razor Smith

Criminologist, Author, TV Presenter

Noel Razor Smith, once the UK's most prolific bank robber, is now a respected author, speaker, and social activist advocating for criminal justice reform in the UK. His memoir, A Few Kind Words and a Loaded Gun (2006), received praise for its raw honesty and became a Times best seller. Noel now regularly speaks on criminal justice and prison reform issues, emphasizing the importance of education and support for those seeking to change their lives. He is also the editor of the Inside Times, the national prison newspaper.

Dr Liam Brolan, PhD

Co-Founder Ecademi, Criminologist

Dr Liam Brolan is a criminologist whose work explores violent crime, victimisation, and how people make sense of trauma, justice, and state responses after homicide. His PhD examined the experiences of families bereaved by murder abroad, offering insight into grief and complex legal processes across borders. He has published on contract killing, media representations of crime, and has a forthcoming book with Routledge on international co-victims of homicide.

Dr Dan Rusu, PhD

Co-Founder Ecademi, Criminologist

Dr Dan Rusu is a criminologist and psychological researcher whose work focuses on identity, violence, and rehabilitation. His PhD explored how people convicted of serious offences, particularly homicide, rebuild their lives and sense of self after prison. His book Life Beyond Murder (Routledge, 2024) offers a rare look at the post-release journeys of life-sentenced prisoners, blending criminological theory with lived experience and narrative psychology.

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Register to Attend

London (27/03/25)

Key Information:

Friday 27th March 2026
10:00 - 16:00
The Light Auditorium, Friend's House, 173-177 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BJ

Admission:
£30.00+VAT per student (1 free teacher place for every 10 students. Additional teacher places: £30.00+VAT.

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Admission:
£30.00 per student (1 free teacher place for every 10 students. Additional teacher places: £30.00. VAT is not being charged on this event. See FAQ for payment terms and further information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I am unsure of how many places I need, what should I do?

We understand that sometimes the number of places you need can change. We recommend reserving as many tickets as you think you might need and then adjust accordingly as the event approaches. Numbers will need to be finalised no later than 6 weeks prior to the event. This gives us time to offer any places that are no longer needed to other schools and students. You can confirm numbers before this date and we recommend doing so as soon as possible. For every 10 student places, we offer one complimentary teacher place.

When does payment need to be made?

Once you have registered, we will issue you with a pro-forma invoice - this gives you time to do the necessary organisation at your end. Once you have confirmed your number of places, we will then issue final invoice. All places must have been paid for and funds received no later than two weeks prior to the event. You will be able to make payment online using a credit/debit card, via cheque or via BACS. Places are only secured once payment has been received so we recommend doing so as soon possible. If places are confirmed and payment received before the end of the September-December term, a 10% discount will be applied to the booking.

How do I contact Ecademi?

If you have any other questions about this event, you can contact us via email using conferences@ecademi.co or call us on 0800 009 6393 (Mon-Fri 09:00 - 17:00).