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This doctoral program at the University of Northampton's Faculty of Business and Law provides an exceptional platform for advanced legal scholarship. Designed for graduates holding a Law degree or equivalent qualification, our Law MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published Works pathway enables you to deepen your expertise and enhance your research capabilities. The Law PhD involves producing a substantial thesis within three years (or up to four years for full-time students, extending to four-six years for part-time candidates). Doctoral candidates benefit from outstanding mentorship from faculty supervisors while joining a vibrant scholarly environment that shapes legal professionals and educators globally. Completing and successfully defending your dissertation earns the most prestigious academic credential available in the UK, opening doors to senior leadership roles across the legal sector.