48 monthsProgramme duration
21,900 GBPTuition Fee/year
01 Jun, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Law and Legal Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The PhD Law programme offers you comprehensive research training, provided by globally-renowned legal experts. Ranked third in the UK for legal research excellence (REF 2021), our academics provide you with guidance and supervision of your own independent research project.
Join a vibrant and intellectually stimulating research community, supported by a wide range of Research Centres. As a postgraduate researcher, you'll be immersed in the dynamic academic life of the Law School participating in research events such as the Scholar's Seminar Programme and our annual Postgraduate Research Showcase.
You may also have the opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience through part-time roles within the Law School. To support your academic journey, we offer funding for travel and conference attendance.
If your research interests lie in socio-legal studies, you may wish to consider beginning with our MSc in Socio-Legal Studies, an ESRC-recognised programme designed to provide a strong foundation for doctoral research.
Join a vibrant and intellectually stimulating research community, supported by a wide range of Research Centres. As a postgraduate researcher, you'll be immersed in the dynamic academic life of the Law School participating in research events such as the Scholar's Seminar Programme and our annual Postgraduate Research Showcase.
You may also have the opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience through part-time roles within the Law School. To support your academic journey, we offer funding for travel and conference attendance.
If your research interests lie in socio-legal studies, you may wish to consider beginning with our MSc in Socio-Legal Studies, an ESRC-recognised programme designed to provide a strong foundation for doctoral research.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Law and Legal Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The PhD Law programme offers you comprehensive research training, provided by globally-renowned legal experts. Ranked third in the UK for legal research excellence (REF 2021), our academics provide you with guidance and supervision of your own independent research project.
Join a vibrant and intellectually stimulating research community, supported by a wide range of Research Centres. As a postgraduate researcher, you'll be immersed in the dynamic academic life of the Law School participating in research events such as the Scholar's Seminar Programme and our annual Postgraduate Research Showcase.
You may also have the opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience through part-time roles within the Law School. To support your academic journey, we offer funding for travel and conference attendance.
If your research interests lie in socio-legal studies, you may wish to consider beginning with our MSc in Socio-Legal Studies, an ESRC-recognised programme designed to provide a strong foundation for doctoral research.
Join a vibrant and intellectually stimulating research community, supported by a wide range of Research Centres. As a postgraduate researcher, you'll be immersed in the dynamic academic life of the Law School participating in research events such as the Scholar's Seminar Programme and our annual Postgraduate Research Showcase.
You may also have the opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience through part-time roles within the Law School. To support your academic journey, we offer funding for travel and conference attendance.
If your research interests lie in socio-legal studies, you may wish to consider beginning with our MSc in Socio-Legal Studies, an ESRC-recognised programme designed to provide a strong foundation for doctoral research.
Admission Requirements
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176+
71+
7+
3.3+
A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree in law (or equivalent) and normally at least a merit at master's level (or equivalent).
Alternatively, a first-class honours degree in law (or equivalent) and evidence of ability to conduct independent and original research.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level B.
Alternatively, a first-class honours degree in law (or equivalent) and evidence of ability to conduct independent and original research.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level B.
01 Jun 2026
4 Years
Sep
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
5,106 GBP
International
21,900 GBP
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