PhD in Law

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

North America:

2%

South America:

1%

Asia:

10%

EU:

12%

Others:

3%

Africa:

3%

UK:

68%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

83%

Job Placement

92%

Top recruiters

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Richardson Independent School District

Equinix

Equinor

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Marie Claire

SimplyHired

Aberdeenshire Council

Parker Hannifin

Police Service of Northern Ireland

Te Puni Kōkiri

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$20,950 / year

Overall Cost

$35,950 / year

FAQs

• Are there funding opportunities?
  
  Yes, various studentships are available, including those funded by Queen Mary, Doctoral Training Programmes (LISS, LAHP), and other sources. Funding applications require you to have applied to the PhD programme and often to have secured a supervisor before the funding deadline
• How do I apply for the PhD in Law?
  
  You must submit an online application with a research proposal relevant to an area of law where the School has academic expertise. You should contact a potential supervisor before applying, as naming a supervisor strengthens your application, especially for funding. The application requires transcripts, references, and a research proposal
• What research areas are available for supervision?
  
  The School of Law can supervise PhD projects in most fields of law, including but not limited to: Aviation and Shipping Law Banking and Finance Law Competition Law and Policy Criminal Justice Law Energy and Natural Resources Law Human Rights Law Intellectual Property Law International Commercial Law Legal Theory and Humanities Public International Law
• What is the duration of the PhD programme?
  
  Full-time study is typically three to four years, while part-time study is six to seven years
• What academic background is preferred?
  
  Applicants usually have an LLM with distinction or equivalent, but strong performance in an LLM dissertation, an outstanding undergraduate degree, or significant professional legal experience (such as five years as a lawyer, magistrate, or judge) may compensate for a lower qualification
• What are the entry requirements for the PhD in Law?
  
  Typically, you need a UK upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent. Some applicants may require a first class honours and/or a master’s degree, especially for competitive funding. Equivalent international qualifications and relevant professional experience may also be considered. If English is not your first language, you must meet the programme’s English language requirements, which can be provided after application if needed.