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Master of Research
- Oxford, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
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 (5 years): 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
- First-class or upper second-class UK honours degree
- Or a relevant master's or equivalent (others considered on merit)
- Agreed research proposal with a supervisor.
Accepted academic background
Honours degree or equivalent, Agreed research proposal with a supervisor (contact the Postgraduate Research Tutor first).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5-7.0
- PTE Academic 71
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).
How to apply
- Check the course page entry requirements and deadline (January 2027 entry: apply by 11 December 2026). Apply directly to the university online. Approved agents can help. Receive an offer and pay the deposit (GBP 1
- 000
- 3
- 000 or 8
- 000 by country group)
- Deducted from first tuition. Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £18,500, £18,300 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £28,839 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Headington |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Oxford Brookes Law School |
| Department | Law in Research Master |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 5 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £18,500, £18,300 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £28,839 GBP. The estimated living cost is £17,265 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5-7.0, PTE Academic 71, Duolingo 120.