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PhD of Research

University of Derby

  • Derby, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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University of Derby campus

About the program

A one-year research master's in Law completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Law in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Independent research project in Law guided by a supervisor. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Legal Research Assistant
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Paralegal (subject to local rules)

Curriculum

  • Independent research project in Law guided by a supervisor
  • Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
  • And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK first or 2:1 honours degree
  • Preferably plus a master's degree
  • or equivalent international qualification or experience
  • Research proposal
  • IELTS 7.0 with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in other skills
  • ATAS certificate where required.

Accepted academic background

UK first or 2:1 honours degree (preferably with a master's degree) or equivalent international qualification or equivalent experience, Research proposal, ATAS certificate may be needed.

Language tests

  • IELTS 7

Documents you’ll need

  • English Language Test Results
  • Research Proposal.

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and international deadlines (January 2027 passed. 18 January 2027 for March. 1 March 2027 for June) at. Choose a funded or self-funded project or design your own
  2. Then apply online or via an agent. Upload your degree evidence
  3. IELTS 0 and research proposal. An interview may be requested. If offered
  4. Accept the conditional offer and pay the 8
  5. 000 GBP deposit (or provide a sponsor letter). Provide ATAS if needed to receive a CAS. Apply for the Student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year£17,500 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£28,327 GBP

Program details

CampusDerby Campus
Faculty or schoolResearch Degrees
DepartmentGeneral Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value360
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.