Study Law PhD at Bangor University in the UK, Bangor Law School

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

For a PhD degree, you are expected to present the results of your research in a thesis which represents a significant original contribution to knowledge in the subject area studied, and to undergo a viva voce examination. For an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) degree, you are expected to successfully complete an approved programme of supervised research, and to present your results in a thesis. All research students are allocated to a supervisor with a research interest in your chosen topic of study. Your supervisor will provide advice and guidance on your choice of topic advice on the literature in your field and how to access it advice on your choice of research methods advice on thesis structure, content and presentation critical appraisal of drafts of your thesis and, in the case of PhD students, advice on preparation for your viva voce examination.

Which department am I in?

Bangor Law School

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£18,500.00 (US$ 23,891) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Bangor University - Main Campus

Bangor Main campus,

Bangor,

Gwynedd,

LL57 2DG, Wales, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£18,500.00 (US$ 23,891) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Bangor University - Main Campus

Bangor Main campus,

Bangor,

Gwynedd,

LL57 2DG, Wales, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Postgraduate degrees by research are suitable for candidates who already have some experience at postgraduate level (or equivalent professional experience). Those applying to a PhD programme, should normally have, or expect to obtain, a Masters degree either in Law or a related discipline appropriate to their intended area of research. Aside from these formal requirements, candidates will be considered on the strength of their research proposal, and are expected to submit a project proposal - appropriate to the duration and academic level of the course - with their application.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.