Law PHD/MPhil

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

Portsmouth Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

FEB-26

Duration

3 Years

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Course info

If youre ready to take your expertise and qualifications in Law into a postgraduate research degree, Portsmouth is the perfect place to do it. As a postgraduate researcher, you could explore how our laws and legal system shape society and affect the daily lives of people at all levels within it. Your research outputs could be used by governments, organisations and individuals in the development and implementation of new legal policies. Examples of our research include our work around will and ...Read more

Key stats

DATA SOURCE: IDP Connect

WUSCA ranking:

WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.

84/279

CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

54th

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

42nd

What students say

The University of Portsmouth is a great place to study thanks to its Gold-rated teaching, strong student satisfaction, supportive staff, good industry links, and affordable,..Read more

As a PhD student, the application process was particularly enjoyable for me. After telling my supervisor and the institute director that I wanted to start as soon as possible,..Read more

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for a PhD, or MPhil include an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a masters degree in an appropriate subject. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be considered.

Tuition fees

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£17,900 per year

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Students from International

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Accommodation - Burrell House (Standard and larger rooms – 155–174 per week)

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As a PhD student, the application process was particularly enjoyable for me. After telling my supervisor and the institute director that I wanted to start as soon as possible,...

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