PhD in Law in Wolverhampton United Kingdom | University of Wolverhampton

University of Wolverhampton | Wolverhampton United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 16,950
(c. USD22,616.39)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Law School PhD candidates receive guidance from faculty members who are renowned specialists in their legal fields. Each supervision team includes at least one academic with proven experience in successful doctoral mentorship. Prospective supervisors can be found among the Law Research Centre members.
The Law School takes pride in offering exceptional support throughout the doctoral process. Faculty members maintain frequent contact with their supervisees, providing comprehensive assistance from initial proposal development to final dissertation completion.
Wolverhampton University offers PhD candidates a collaborative research atmosphere with top-tier resources, including exclusive postgraduate workspaces, the Harrison Learning Centre, and premium legal research platforms like LexisNexis, Heinonline, and Westlaw. Students may also request access to London's Institute of Advanced Legal Studies facilities.
The Law School organizes regular academic forums where doctoral researchers can present their work to faculty and peers, fostering a supportive atmosphere to refine both research methodologies and presentation techniques.
Doctoral candidates have access to specialized training programs coordinated by the Faculty of Social Sciences and the University's Doctoral College to enhance their research capabilities.
Students are actively encouraged to join the West Midlands Legal Doctoral Network, which provides valuable opportunities to perfect research skills, deliver presentations, and establish professional connections with regional scholars.

Full-time (4 years)


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Applicants for a research degree shall normally hold either: a first or upper second class honours degree, or a master’s degree, or evidence of prior practice or learning that is accepted by the Dean of Research. An Applicant whose entry award was not delivered in English, or non-native speaker of English shall be required to demonstrate proficiency in English at least to the level of an IELTS score of 7.0 or its equivalent to be registered as a Research Degree student, TOEFL overall Score of 94 with no component score less than 24.

Tuition GBP 16,950

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