School of Law

PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

The PhD represents the highest academic achievement. It is designed so as to provide highly qualified and motivated scholars with the opportunity to pursue a research interest in depth over an extended period under expert supervision.

  • 3 years full-time or 5 years part-time, leading to the presentation and defence of a thesis of up to 100,000 words
  • dedicated supervision by experts in your chosen subject area
  • research training programme within the School, supported by wider provision within the College of Social Sciences
  • entry in September or January
  • regular research events, including graduate research seminars, poster events, reading groups
  • access to exceptional library and online resources
  • free printing
  • conference funding
  • access to dedicated PGR Hub

Please contact law-pgrsupport@gla.systa-s.com with any enquiries.