Study Law Research (MPhil/PhD) at University of Portsmouth in the UK, Faculty of Business and Law

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Law Research (MPhil/PhD)
University of Portsmouth

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About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
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What will I learn?

Undertake independent, original research in Law, supported by academics working at the leading edge of the field. Investigate how laws and legal systems shape society and affect people's daily lives e at every level, from individuals to institutions. Develop outputs that can support governments, organisations and individuals in shaping and implementing new legal policies. Build on examples of current research, including work on wills and inheritance law and the UK sale of ivory.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Business and Law

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£18,600.00 (US$ 24,021) per year

This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

April 2027

Venue

University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

University of Portsmouth, Mercantile House,

Hampshire Terrace,

Portsmouth,

Hampshire,

PO1 2EG, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£18,600.00 (US$ 24,021) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

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

Start date

October 2027

Venue

University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

University of Portsmouth, Mercantile House,

Hampshire Terrace,

Portsmouth,

Hampshire,

PO1 2EG, Southern England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

An upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a masters degree in an appropriate subject.

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

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