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MPhil/PhD Law at Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

An MPhil/PhD is an advanced postgraduate research degree that requires original research and the submission of a substantial dissertation of 60,000 to 100,000 words. MPhil/PhD researchers in law at Birkbeck benefit from the supervision of internationally renowned experts, classes in legal theory and research and presentation skills, seminars and extensive library facilities. The unifying themes of our research are social and legal theory and interdisciplinary study.

Faculty: Birkbeck Law School  |  Duration: Seven years part-time, on campus; Four years full-time, on campus  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October 2027 | January 2028  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

The entry requirement for this MPhil/PhD Law is a good honours degree in law or a related discipline from the humanities or social sciences. Ideally, you will also hold a degree at master's level. English language: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,780 a year (2026/27). Part-time home students; Four years full-time or seven years part-time, on campus, starting in January 2027 Source

International applicants: GBP 8,230 a year (2026/27). Part-time international students; Four years full-time or seven years part-time, on campus, starting in January 2027 Source

Intake: October 2027 | January 2028

Duration: Seven years part-time, on campus; Four years full-time, on campus

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