PhD Law
University of Buckingham
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Our PhD Law programme requires an original contribution to the body of knowledge in a particular academic or professional discipline. It will take approximately three academic years to complete with full-time study and six years of part-time study.Students are registered initially for the degree of PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), although their status is probationary until the first Annual Review has taken place, normally between 12 and 18 months from first registration.Available start datesApr ...Read more

Our PhD Law programme requires an original contribution to the body of knowledge in a particular academic or professional discipline. It will take approximately three academic years to complete with full-time study and six years of part-time study.Students are registered initially for the degree of PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), although their status is probationary until the first Annual Review has taken place, normally between 12 and 18 months from first registration.Available start datesApr 2024Jul 2024Sep 2024Jan 2025Apr 2025Jul 2025Duration3 Years6 Years

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31/279
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76th
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116th
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Saurabh
28 Feb 25

Nope. Great culture and..Read more

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Willandra
26 Feb 25

Best part is the school offers a great support team and the networking. Worst is being away from my children...Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a first or second class honours law (or law-related) degree or significant experience in law.

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£8,267 per year

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Accommodation fees - Residence - Hunter Street - Hailsham House - Number of rooms - 40 - Weekly rate - 155 Standard room.

£14,500 per year

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Accommodation fees - Residence - Hunter Street - Hailsham House - Number of rooms - 40 Weekly rate - 155 Standard room.

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28 Feb 25
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University of Buckingham
Hunter Street Buckingham Buckinghamshire MK18 1EG United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bicester North  5.8 miles away

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