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PhD Law

UK

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What will I learn?

About our programmes

We welcome applications for postgraduate research into many areas of law at PhD level. Our particular range of specialisms includes areas as diverse as contract, international, maritime, comparative and criminal justice, human rights, European Union law, and public law among many others.

In each programme, students write a detailed research thesis on a topic they have chosen under the supervision of a member of staff specialising in that area of law. A thesis is presented of 100,000 words for a PhD. Candidates are also required to attend a viva voce (oral) examination.

Our postgraduate students are a fully integrated part of Law and our research students make an important contribution to our vibrant research culture. You are given expert supervision from at least two academic members of staff, research training and financial assistance to fund research trips and attend conferences. We also stage dedicated workshops, seminars and conferences for our PhD students.

Research

Law supports two specialist research institutes

  • McCoubrey Centre for International Law
  • Institute of European Public Law

Our academic experts welcome applications for postgraduate research across a broad range of topics including civil liberties, company law, international, maritime, comparative and criminal justice, European Union law, human rights, international law, legal theory and philosophy, public law and many more.

Which department am I in?

The Law School

Study options

Full Time (3 years)

Tuition fees
£17,300.00 (18,84,942) per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date

May 2025

Venue

University of Hull

Admissions Office,

Cottingham Road,

Hull,

Kingston Upon Hull,

HU6 7RX, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

Full Time (3 years)

Tuition fees
£17,300.00 (18,84,942) per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date

January 2025

Venue

University of Hull

Admissions Office,

Cottingham Road,

Hull,

Kingston Upon Hull,

HU6 7RX, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

You should normally have, or expect to obtain, at least a 2:1 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in law or an appropriate related discipline. With your application, you should submit a research proposal of between 1,000 - 1,500 words, addressing the key research questions, the strengths and weaknesses of the existing literature, the proposed methodology and how the thesis will be an original contribution to the existing literature. This course requires academic IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill. TOEFL iBT - Overall 60-78 - At least - Reading 10, Listening 9, Speaking 17, Writing 19.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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