PhD Research Degrees in Law at Nottingham Trent University

Programme overview

The PhD in Law at Nottingham Law School can be studied full-time or part-time, and is also available by distance learning, with a PhD by Published, Creative or Established Work also offered. Research uses theoretical, doctrinal and socio-legal methodologies, and candidates work with a supervisory team including a director of studies.

Faculty: Nottingham Law School | Duration: 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Candidates carry out an independent research project with regular supervisory meetings, supported by the Doctoral Plus researcher training programme. Staff are interested in proposals on human rights and public international law, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, corporate governance, insolvency, access to justice, criminal law and justice, legal education and professions, law and religion, and sports law.

Career pathways

Graduates work as lecturers and senior lecturers, including at Coventry University and Nottingham Trent University. Candidates can gain teaching and research assistant experience and take part in conferences, seminars and career development training.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK and international applicants: a minimum of a first or second-class degree or a Master's degree in a relevant discipline, a period of pre-PhD study for some subjects, and evidence of motivation and ability to conduct research at higher degree level. Applicants submit a research proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words covering title, topic, research questions, literature, contribution to knowledge, methods, timetable, previous work and bibliography. International applicants: equivalent qualifications accepted and English language requirements apply.

Duration: 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

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