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PhD in Law

SOAS University of London

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    SOAS, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The Law Research Degree (PhD) programme accepts candidates wishing to undertake a significant and original research project leading to a PhD in Law.Studying for a PhD involves research on a chosen legal topic, normally over a period of 3-4 years full time (or longer part time), with a view to producing a dissertation/thesis of up to 100,000 words. The thesis must make a distinct and original contribution to knowledge of the subject. A unique feature of the postgraduate research student body at SOAS is its focus on international, critical and/or regional legal study, often involving fieldwork in Asia, Africa, or the Middle East.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 23,390per year

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University information

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

  • University League Table

    62nd

  • Campus address

    SOAS, University of London, 10 Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, Camden, Greater London, WC1H 0XG, United Kingdom

VIEW PROFILE
SOAS is a place for those who want to expand their horizons, develop a deeper understanding of the world, and re-examine their preconceptions.
Building on values of social justice and equality, students are encouraged to challenge conventional views and to think globally.
SOAS is one of the UK's most international universities, with around half of SOAS students coming from outside the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    30th out of 112 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    136 58%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    39th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.70 68%

    110th

    5

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