PhD in Law, Criminology or Criminal Justice - Law and Social Justice in Leeds United Kingdom | University of Leeds

Pursuing a PhD in Law, Criminology, or Criminal Justice enables you to specialize in a specific legal field while receiving comprehensive research training that prepares you for future academic investigations. As a doctoral researcher, you'll conduct innovative studies under the supervision of two advisors, culminating in an original dissertation of around 100,000 words. Initially, you'll be registered as a provisional PhD candidate for twelve months (or eighteen if studying part-time). During this phase, you'll refine your research proposal and compile a literature review, which will be evaluated by an examination panel. This "transfer" process serves as a crucial checkpoint to assess your project's viability and ensure your proposal has sufficient depth for doctoral-level exploration.

The Centre for Law and Social Justice investigates how legal frameworks can help reduce disparities and promote fairness in society. Its research focuses on tackling global inequality through three key areas: conceptualizing justice, improving access to legal systems, fostering equitable communities, and examining health-related justice issues.