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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Full Time
JAN
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Full Time
APR-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Full Time
JAN
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Full Time
JUL-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Full Time
JAN-26
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Part Time
JUL-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Part Time
JAN
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Part Time
SEP-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Part Time
APR-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
York campus
Part Time
JAN-26
6 years
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York Law School has a wide range of research expertise, spanning a diverse array of topics. We apply a variety of research methods, from doctrinal to philosophical, empirical, historical and critical.
Your research
The PhD is an opportunity to pursue a significant independent research project, making an original contribution to your chosen field of legal knowledge. Your research will lead to a thesis of up to 100,000 words. You will be a part of the thriving research community, with access to training in research and transferable skills to support your career ambitions. The programme is available in all fields of expertise at York Law School, subject to supervisory availability.
Careers and skills
Our dedicated careers team offer specific support, including a programme of professional researcher development and careers workshops, and 1:1 career support sessions. They will help you to build up your employability portfolio and to engage in activities that will build up your skills and experience within and outside of your research work.
Career opportunities
An undergraduate degree in Law (or in a discipline related to the research area in which you intend to work) with an average of at least 65% overall, and a minimum of 65% in your dissertation (if applicable), as well as; A Masters degree in Law (or another discipline relevant to your research topic) with an average of at least 65% overall, and a minimum of 65% in the dissertation module (if applicable).
Students living in
Domestic
£4,863 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£24,500 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£24,500 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.