24 monthsProgramme duration
16,700 GBPTuition Fee/year
02 Jul, 2026Application Deadline
Jan, Apr, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Law and Legal Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Join an international group of researchers and practitioners with expertise in the areas of access to justice, environmental law, digital justice, alternative dispute resolution, and human rights.
Our PhD research programme will allow you to explore your own interests in law, supported by the expertise of our staff. As a PhD research student here, you will be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI) and be supported in undertaking research that makes an independent and original contribution to knowledge while preparing you for a future career in academia, policy, or practice.
At the Faculty of Business and Law, our research aims to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary legal challenges, particularly those related to access to justice, human rights, environmental law, and the role of technology in legal processes. You’ll find staff with expertise spanning five key research clusters:
We’ll allocate you two supervisors suited to your area of research, with additional staff available as necessary, and provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to conduct your research.
As a PhD student, you'll be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI), which facilitates research, dialogue, and policy initiatives that promote access to justice and inclusion. CAJI also hosts and takes part in numerous research events, including seminars, workshops, and international collaborations, allowing you to engage with a network of scholars, policymakers, and practitioners.
Our PhD research programme will allow you to explore your own interests in law, supported by the expertise of our staff. As a PhD research student here, you will be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI) and be supported in undertaking research that makes an independent and original contribution to knowledge while preparing you for a future career in academia, policy, or practice.
At the Faculty of Business and Law, our research aims to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary legal challenges, particularly those related to access to justice, human rights, environmental law, and the role of technology in legal processes. You’ll find staff with expertise spanning five key research clusters:
- Access to environmental justice: investigating issues of climate litigation, ecological justice, species justice, and corporate environmental responsibility.
- Alternative dispute resolution and contemporary redress mechanisms: exploring mediation, arbitration, and court-based mechanisms for resolving legal disputes.
- Digital justice and access to justice in online environments: examining the impact of AI, algorithmic decision-making, data governance, and digital platforms on legal processes and rights.
- Access to justice in crime and criminal justice: researching topics such as criminal procedure, international criminal law, victims’ rights, and forensic evidence in legal proceedings.
- Exclusion, marginalisation, and human rights: addressing social inequalities, corporate accountability, business and human rights, and justice for vulnerable communities.
We’ll allocate you two supervisors suited to your area of research, with additional staff available as necessary, and provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to conduct your research.
As a PhD student, you'll be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI), which facilitates research, dialogue, and policy initiatives that promote access to justice and inclusion. CAJI also hosts and takes part in numerous research events, including seminars, workshops, and international collaborations, allowing you to engage with a network of scholars, policymakers, and practitioners.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Law and Legal Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Join an international group of researchers and practitioners with expertise in the areas of access to justice, environmental law, digital justice, alternative dispute resolution, and human rights.
Our PhD research programme will allow you to explore your own interests in law, supported by the expertise of our staff. As a PhD research student here, you will be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI) and be supported in undertaking research that makes an independent and original contribution to knowledge while preparing you for a future career in academia, policy, or practice.
At the Faculty of Business and Law, our research aims to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary legal challenges, particularly those related to access to justice, human rights, environmental law, and the role of technology in legal processes. You’ll find staff with expertise spanning five key research clusters:
We’ll allocate you two supervisors suited to your area of research, with additional staff available as necessary, and provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to conduct your research.
As a PhD student, you'll be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI), which facilitates research, dialogue, and policy initiatives that promote access to justice and inclusion. CAJI also hosts and takes part in numerous research events, including seminars, workshops, and international collaborations, allowing you to engage with a network of scholars, policymakers, and practitioners.
Our PhD research programme will allow you to explore your own interests in law, supported by the expertise of our staff. As a PhD research student here, you will be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI) and be supported in undertaking research that makes an independent and original contribution to knowledge while preparing you for a future career in academia, policy, or practice.
At the Faculty of Business and Law, our research aims to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary legal challenges, particularly those related to access to justice, human rights, environmental law, and the role of technology in legal processes. You’ll find staff with expertise spanning five key research clusters:
- Access to environmental justice: investigating issues of climate litigation, ecological justice, species justice, and corporate environmental responsibility.
- Alternative dispute resolution and contemporary redress mechanisms: exploring mediation, arbitration, and court-based mechanisms for resolving legal disputes.
- Digital justice and access to justice in online environments: examining the impact of AI, algorithmic decision-making, data governance, and digital platforms on legal processes and rights.
- Access to justice in crime and criminal justice: researching topics such as criminal procedure, international criminal law, victims’ rights, and forensic evidence in legal proceedings.
- Exclusion, marginalisation, and human rights: addressing social inequalities, corporate accountability, business and human rights, and justice for vulnerable communities.
We’ll allocate you two supervisors suited to your area of research, with additional staff available as necessary, and provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to conduct your research.
As a PhD student, you'll be affiliated with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI), which facilitates research, dialogue, and policy initiatives that promote access to justice and inclusion. CAJI also hosts and takes part in numerous research events, including seminars, workshops, and international collaborations, allowing you to engage with a network of scholars, policymakers, and practitioners.
Admission Requirements
61+
6.5+
176+
120+
88+
MPhil or PhD with progression from MPhil: You’ll need a Bachelors degree or equivalent with first or upper second class honours, in a related subject area.
PhD: You’ll need a Masters degree or equivalent in a related subject area.
Please note we consider candidates for PhD with progression from MPhil in the first instance. If you want to be considered for direct entry to the PhD route then this can be discussed at interview if you are shortlisted. Please note you’ll also need to provide academic justification for this request.
If English is not your first language, you'll require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent test). If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry.
PhD: You’ll need a Masters degree or equivalent in a related subject area.
Please note we consider candidates for PhD with progression from MPhil in the first instance. If you want to be considered for direct entry to the PhD route then this can be discussed at interview if you are shortlisted. Please note you’ll also need to provide academic justification for this request.
If English is not your first language, you'll require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent test). If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry.
02 Jul 2026
2 Years
Jan
Apr
Tuition fees
Domestic
5,005 GBP
International
16,700 GBP
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