Doctor of Philosophy (Law) 24 months PHD Programme By University of Alberta |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

01 Dec, 2026Application Deadline

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Faculty of Law offers programs of graduate study leading to the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and a Master of Laws (LLM). The Faculty also offers programs of joint study with the Faculty of Business leading to a combined MBA-JD program.

Please note that an LLM degree does not entitle the holder to practice law in Canada.

Programme overview

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Faculty of Law offers programs of graduate study leading to the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and a Master of Laws (LLM). The Faculty also offers programs of joint study with the Faculty of Business leading to a combined MBA-JD program.

Please note that an LLM degree does not entitle the holder to practice law in Canada.

Admission Requirements

100+
7+
68+

01 Dec 2026
2 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

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