MRes Law at York St John University

Follow your own research journey in an area of law that interests you. Develop the methodological, theoretical and analytical competencies needed to be an ethically grounded legal researcher. You will engage with the key legal, political and ethical challenges facing societies today. The interdisciplinary setting of York Business School will allow you to explore the intersections between law, policy and society. We collaborate with external partners who may help inform or shape your research, including local and national government, legal firms and judiciary bodies.

Faculty: York Business School  |  Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Advanced Methods in Legal Research; The Theory of Law; Thesis in Law.

Career pathways

After this course, you could pursue a career in Law or use your transferable skills to find a profession in another field. Example roles include PhD student; Research assistant or research fellow; Paralegal; Compliance officer; Governance officer; Policy analyst; Civil service; Human rights officer.

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