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Foundation of Law

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield, United Kingdom
4 years
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

A structured research doctorate in law leading to a PhD thesis.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Learners studying Law can develop the ability to interpret relevant legal or policy concepts
Evaluate evidence and arguments and communicate structured
Ethically informed analysis
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Paralegal Assistant
Legal Researcher
Compliance Assistant

Curriculum

Structured PhD in Law (four years full-time
Six part-time unless stated): an original research thesis written under a supervisor
Supported by taught graduate-education modules
Discipline-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.

Entry requirements

Academic

Standard offer of 64 UCAS points
with at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent
GCSE English grade 4/C
international equivalents by country.

Accepted academic background

A levels or equivalent (BTEC, T level, Access to HE); international equivalents per country on https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/international/entry-requirements

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 67
Duolingo 105
PTE Academic 64
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

English Language Test Results

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£18,900 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	City Campus
Faculty or school	Sheffield Institute of Law and Social Sciences
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.