Study PhD Law at University of Reading in the UK, School of Law
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What will I learn?

Our research reflects the breadth of our academic expertise, spanning both doctrinal and socio-legal work. Themes include Theory Family, Gender and Sexuality Public Policy Legal History Property, Transactions and Markets Commercial Law and Financial Regulation. Reflecting the breadth of our academic expertise, we offer PhD supervision – spanning both doctrinal and socio-legal work – across a number of research groups. Global Law at Reading (GLAR), Centre for Commercial Law and Financial Regulation (CCLFR), Law, Justice and Society (LJS). All PhD students will be associated with at least one grouping and participate in research seminars and other events organised by them.

Which department am I in?

School of Law

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£21,750.00 (US$ 28,089) per year
Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.

This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Whiteknights Campus

Henley Business School,

University of Reading,

Whiteknights,

Reading,

RG6 6UD, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£21,750.00 (US$ 28,089) per year
Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.

This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

February 2026

Venue

Whiteknights Campus

Henley Business School,

University of Reading,

Whiteknights,

Reading,

RG6 6UD, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

To be accepted on our PhD programme, you'll need a master's degree or equivalent, in a course with a substantial element of law.

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

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About University of Reading

The University of Reading is a globally connected leader in higher education, pushing academic boundaries and leading social change.

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