PhD Law at University of Surrey

Programme overview

Our PhD in Law aims to train the next generation of legal thinkers, law reformers, policy advisers, political activists, and academics. Surrey Law School's emphasis on combining theory and practice makes us unique in the UK, and a world-class centre for deep and creative legal research.

Duration: 4 years full-time; 8 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Intake: October 2027, January 2028 | Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Through a variety of approaches, from doctrinal to philosophical, contemporary to historical, single jurisdiction to comparative, we will help you challenge ideas, hone your skills and develop the hallmarks of a leading researcher. You will work on a structured, supervised programme of research in one of the areas of law in which we have expertise. You’ll be able to develop your teaching skills, as well as the ability to think theoretically and provide innovative practical solutions to legal problems.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold at least a 2:1 bachelors degree along with a masters degree at a minimum of merit level in law, or other relevant discipline, from an approved university. If you are unable to offer these qualifications, you may still be considered for admission if you hold a first-class (1st) bachelors degree in law, or other relevant discipline, from an approved university, or a professional or other qualification deemed to be appropriate and equivalent. IELTS Academic 7.0 or above (or equivalent) with 6.5 in each individual category

International applicants: GBP 22,700 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, October 2027 start; non-September starts attract a pro-rata fee in the year of entry Source

Intake: October 2027, January 2028

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

Apply through the official page: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/doctoral-college/prospective-postgraduate-researchers/application-guidance

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