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PhD/MPhil Law

Postgraduate research degree

The PhD/MPhil programme at The City Law School offers you the opportunity to carry out legal research and to contribute to professional knowledge in this constantly evolving field.

Research centres and groups

• European Union Law
• The Legal Practice Hub
• Maritime Law and Policy
• Intellectual Property Engagement
• International Law and Affairs
• Law & Social Change

Key information

Law Postgraduate research degrees PhD/MPhil course Overview

As PhD/MPhil researcher at The City Law School , you will be joining a dynamic research environment. We are dedicated to advancing knowledge and bringing value to society.

Within our research centres, we carry out cutting edge research that straddles different areas and approaches to the subject of Law . We cover many diverse areas including (but not confined to):

• EU and international law
• Commercial law and arbitration
• Intellectual property
• Maritime law
• Public law, and child and family law.

if you are interested in pursuing an academic career, you will have the opportunity to teach as you carry out your research. We will provide you with full professional training and higher education certification through City’s Department for Learning Enhancement and Development (LEaD).

You will initially register for the MPhil degree. You will upgrade to PhD status once you have demonstrated that your research has developed to doctoral standard.

Upgrading normally occurs after 12 months for full time study and within 24 months for part time study.

Your academic research and inquiry will culminate in a thesis of up to 100,000 words. Your thesis will make a significant, original contribution to your area of study.

You will then be examined in detail on your thesis by two academics, in the form of a viva voce (oral examination). At least one of the examiners will be external to City.

For full details about the City PhD programme structure, please see the Guide for Research Students .

Requirements

Entry requirements.

You will need to demonstrate a track record of high academic achievement.

We are looking for a minimum of second class (upper division) LLB degree and a Master’s in Law or a related discipline with at least a merit or equivalent.

You will also need to show a suitable aptitude to carry out an extended programme of original, independent research at a high level.

English requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of one of the following:

• A first degree from a UK university or from the Council for National Academic Awards (CNAA)
• A first degree from an overseas institution recognised by City as providing evidence of English language proficiency
• GCE O-level/GCSE English language or English Literature, with a minimum C grade
• An overall score of 7.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum of 6.5 in the reading and writing subtests
• TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition: 95 overall with no less than 24 in Writing and Reading, 22 in Listening and 25 in Speaking
• Other evidence of English language proficiency that satisfies the Board of Studies (if you are from the European Economic Area or Switzerland).

For more information see our English language proficiency requirements at City.

Visa requirements

If you are not from the European Economic Area or Switzerland, you may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to study in the UK.

Your application may vary depending on the length of your studies.

Check our main visa page to see the rules that apply to you.

Fees and funding

Full-time Home/UK: £11,700 per year

Part-time Home/UK: £5,850 per year

Full-time International: £11,700 per year

Part-time International: £5,850 per year

You will pay fees annually to cover registration, supervision and examination.

Fees are subject to review each year and may vary during your period of registration. Where applicable, fees for City's programmes will be subject to inflationary increases in each academic year of study commencing in September . Our policy for these increases is set out in our terms and conditions of study .

Support for PhD study

Prospective students are encouraged to explore doctoral Grants and funding opportunities such as:

• Research Council studentship awards , if available.
• PhD Scholarship for Black British applicants - The City Law School is offering a full-time, three-year doctoral scholarship for a Black British researcher (entry in September 2024).
• SeNSS Doctoral Training Partnership -SENSS is offering UK Fully funded ESRC studentships are currently available to Doctoral Researchers for entry in October 2024.

The City Law School Doctoral Studentships

We normally offer two scholarships a year to support exceptional research proposals. These comprise a full fee waiver and a National Living Wage bursary of currently £19,668, subject to change in line with the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI’s) recommended doctoral research student stipend.

In addition, all students are eligible for funding (currently up to £1,000) over the course of your studies. This can be used for research materials or to support attendance at conferences. Contact the Law School office for more details.

PhD Scholarships -  The City Law School is offering 2 full-time, three-year doctoral scholarships to applicants for entry in September 2024.

Our bursaries are non-repayable sums of money granted by the University, usually based on need.

Our loans are repayable sums of money granted by the University or other body.

Our scholarships are when the University pays towards your Study fees. You may also be eligible for further funding.

Scholarships for EU Law and Commercial Law students

We are inviting applications for 2 PhD scholarships funded by the City, University of London on EU law and commercial law. WE understand these two areas broadly:

• EU law covers competition, constitutional and administrative law, migration, citizenship, trade and investment, health, human rights, media and intellectual property
• commercial law covers maritime, corporate, investment, arbitration, data protection and privacy, intellectual property, competition law, and commercial aspects of law in society, eg in medical law.

The School has expertise in both these areas and we invite prospective applicants to look at our website and even approach our EU and commercial law colleagues. Applications can be made below:

• September 23/24 full-time
• September 23/24 part-time

Postgraduate Doctoral Loans

The Government has introduced a new Postgraduate Doctoral Loans scheme which can provide a loan of up to £25,000.

This will be over three years to support study for a doctoral degree.

A Postgraduate Doctoral Loan can help with course fees and living costs while you study. It can be used alongside any other forms of support you may be able to receive.

For more information, please see our Postgraduate Doctoral Loans page .

Additional expenses

Some of our degrees may involve additional expenses which are not covered by your tuition fees. Find out more about additional expenses .

Academic support

City has a well-established structure and processes to support your research .

You will have two supervisors to support you throughout your research, one of these will be your first point of contact responsible for:

• assisting you to refine your research ideas
• suggesting reading
• commenting on drafts of your thesis
• ensuring that you are effectively supervised.

We have an outstanding research seminar programme, designed to equip you with the skills needed to carry out your research successfully. The programme also contributes to facilitating your transition to a career once you have finished your research at City.

These seminars, led by faculty members, recent PhD graduates and more advanced doctoral researchers, take place weekly in your first year. You will explore a range of methodologies and research approaches. Learning from established practitioners as well as your PhD peers.

Our research seminar programme is supplemented by many other training opportunities. These are both within the City Law School and the wider university community, throughout the year.

In addition to events tailor-made for PhD students, you will be expected to participate to research events organised by City Law School academic staff .

You will be based in the brand new and state of the art City Law School Building. Here you will have use of a dedicated and suitably equipped area for Law PhD students .

All students are eligible for funding (currently up to £1,000) over the course of your studies. This can be for research materials or to support attendance at conferences.

Other support:

If you are interested in pursuing an academic career, you may have the opportunity to teach as you carry out your research.

We will provide you with full professional training and higher education certification through City’s Department for Learning Enhancement and Development (LEaD).

How to apply

You need to complete an online application form below, including:

• your research proposal
• details of two academic referees who know your work well and can comment on your ability to carry out research at this level

Your research proposal is a crucial part of your application. We strongly advise you to read our guide to writing a successful PhD proposal carefully before applying.

You are also welcome to discuss your ideas for research with relevant members of the School of Law before applying. Contact details can be found on our Research Pages .

You may be invited for an interview by a panel consisting of the PhD Programme Director and a potential supervisor.

You can apply here by completing our online form .

• 30 th Sep 2024

For further application enquiries please contact our PGR enquiries team .

PhD Research projects from The City Law School

Jean monnet chair in law and transatlantic relations.

The Jean Monnet Chair in Law & Transatlantic Relations aims to study and critically reflect upon the largest casestudy of global governance in the international legal order, the transatlantic alliance

Research centre: Institute for the Study of European Law

Academic: Professor Elaine Fahey

Current student: Giulio Kowalski

Status: Ongoing project

View case study site

The future of EU Trade and Investment Partnerships EUTIP

The objective of the EU Trade and Investment Policy ITN is to foster interdisciplinary research into the evolving international trade policy of the European Union (EU).

EU-UK-Japan relations TRILATTRADE

'TRILATTRADE’ examines three thematic strands in UK-EU-Japan relations going forward: overall economic law; regulation theory and data transfers; and IP law and policy.

Research centres: Institute for the Study of European Law and Intellectual Property Engagement Group

Academics: Dr Enrico Bonadio and Professor David Collins

Find a supervisor

Some examples of our supervisors are listed below

Professor Elaine Fahey

Professor of Law, Jean Monnet Chair in Law & Transatlantic Relations

Academic law programmes

Professor Panos Koutrakos

Jean Monnet Professor of EU Law

Professor David Collins

Professor of International Economic Law

Dr Grietje Baars

Reader in Law & Social Change

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The opportunity to undertake advanced legal research at one of the world's best law schools.

The London School of Economics is a world centre for advanced research and teaching with an outstanding reputation, with a campus situated in the heart of London, one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. Only a short distance from Europe's financial, legal and cultural centres, LSE stands at the crossroads of international debate, a location that is fundamental to our identity as an outward looking institution with an active involvement in UK and world affairs. Each year the School attracts many influential outside speakers. Regular events and seminars involving politicians, regulators, practitioners and academics take place to complement your studies. 

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An MPhil/PhD is an advanced postgraduate research degree that requires original research and the submission of a substantial dissertation of 60,000 to 100,000 words. MPhil/PhD researchers in law at Birkbeck benefit from the supervision of internationally renowned experts, classes in legal theory and research and presentation skills, seminars and extensive library facilities. The unifying themes of our research are social and legal theory and interdisciplinary study. Accordingly, we welcome applications both from lawyers and non-lawyers who wish to undertake research within the broad range of substantive areas of national, European and international law. 

We also offer financial assistance for conference attendance, comprehensive independent monitoring of each student's yearly progress, and postgraduate student representation on our board. Ours is a vibrant community of researchers that organises a series of workshops, reading groups and a work-in-progress group, as well as frequent social events. 

Concentrating on a number of clearly defined research areas in which our expertise is internationally recognised, we aim to: 

• specialise in distinctive and innovative research 
• establish and foster critical and multidisciplinary scholarships, by building links with other disciplines and by introducing the scholarly values and methods of the humanities and social sciences into the discipline of law 
• promote a culture of joint research, publications and other forms of collaboration among our staff 
• pursue a programme of national and international links. 

Our key areas of research are:

• Race, gender and culture
• Law and humanities
• Policy, practice and activism
• Regulation, risk and surveillance
• Human rights.

At Birkbeck, you are initially registered on an MPhil and you upgrade to a PhD after satisfactory progress in the first year or two. 

Key information

Law mphil/phd: 7 years part-time, on campus, starting 2024-25.

• October 2024
• January 2025

Law MPhil/PhD: 4 years full-time, on campus, starting 2024-25

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• Research students are an important part of our research culture. We have succeeded in recruiting very high-quality research students and the number of UK and overseas PhD students has increased fivefold since 2001. This reflects our growing reputation as a training ground for early-career academics working from critical and socio-legal perspectives.
• Birkbeck's research excellence was  confirmed in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework  with 83% of our research rated world-leading or internationally excellent.
• The PhD programme is recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), the UK's leading research council addressing economic and social concerns. The PhD is tailored to students' needs and can include generic modules from our postgraduate master's programmes such as Research Frameworks and Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods.
• In-house seminars, the Bloomsbury Postgraduate Skills Network and the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Interdisciplinary Research Training Network provide additional training. Students have received awards from the AHRC, British Academy, Overseas Research Students Awards, ESRC and Natural Environment Research Council, and internal Birkbeck and law studentships.
• Reading groups are encouraged, focusing on particular writers such as Agamben, Foucault and Deleuze as well as issues such as critical international law, feminist theory, Latin American culture and politics and Continental philosophy. There is an informal doctoral work-in-progress group open to staff and research students, allowing the latter to develop their presentation skills and invite general comment on projects. There are a number of other events designed to support research students. Additionally, an annual postgraduate conference is held to showcase current doctoral research, and our academic staff and research students regularly attend and present papers at the annual Critical Legal Conference . The upgrade viva examination, whereby students progress from MPhil to PhD registration, gives students experience of a more formal arena in which they have to defend their work to academic staff.

Entry Requirements

Good honours degree in law or a related discipline from the humanities or social sciences.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this programme is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.

If you don't meet the minimum IELTS requirement,  we offer pre-sessional English courses, foundation programmes and language support services  to help you improve your English language skills and get your place at Birkbeck.

Visit the International section of our website to find out more about our  English language entry requirements and relevant requirements by country .

Visa and funding requirements

If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.

The visa you apply for varies according to the length of your course:

• Courses of more than six months' duration: Student visa
• Courses of less than six months' duration: Standard Visitor visa

International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. If you are living in the UK on a Student visa, you will not be eligible to enrol as a student on Birkbeck's part-time courses (with the exception of some modules).

For full information, read our visa information for international students page .

Please also visit the international section of our website to find out more about relevant visa and funding requirements by country .

Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.

Law MPhil/PhD: 7 years part-time or 4 years full-time, on campus, starting in academic year 2024-25

Academic year 2024–25, starting october 2024, january 2025.

Part-time home students: £2,539 per year Full-time home students: £4,786 per year Part-time international students : £7,525 per year Full-time international students: £14,885 per year

Students are charged a tuition fee in each year of their course. Tuition fees for students continuing on their course in following years may be subject to annual inflationary increases. For more information, please see the College Fees Policy .

If you’ve studied at Birkbeck before and successfully completed an award with us, take advantage of our Lifelong Learning Guarantee to gain a discount on the tuition fee of this course.

Fees and finance

PhD students resident in England can apply for government loans of over £26,000 to cover the cost of tuition fees, maintenance and other study-related costs.

Flexible finance: pay your fees in monthly instalments at no extra cost . Enrol early to spread your costs and reduce your monthly payments.

We offer a range of studentships and funding options to support your research.

Discover the financial support available to you to help with your studies at Birkbeck.

International scholarships

We provide a range of scholarships for eligible international students, including our Global Future Scholarship. Discover if you are eligible for a scholarship .

Our research culture

Birkbeck is an internationally recognised centre for critical and interdisciplinary legal research. We provide an exciting and innovative environment for a wide range of research with a strong theoretical and policy focus, and publish Law and Critique: The International Journal of Critical Legal Thought . 

Study resources include an induction programme for all postgraduate students, which offers classes on methodology, and regular research seminars, workshops, reading groups and conferences. We are at the centre of the intellectual hub of Bloomsbury in London, and there are regular conferences at Birkbeck and other universities nearby. We also host an annual  Writer in Residence  whose seminars in June are primarily focused on our postgraduate research students.

Birkbeck Library has an extensive collection of books, journals and electronic resources in law and related disciplines such as economics, politics and sociology. For example, it provides access to over 17,000 electronic journals, which are available online 24 hours a day. You can also take advantage of the rich research collections nearby, including those of the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Senate House Library, the British Library of Political and Economic Science (LSE Library) and the British Library.

Birkbeck is also home to the  Institute for Crime and Justice Policy Research (ICPR)  and the  Centre for Law and the Humanities .

Read more about  our vibrant research culture .

Follow these steps to apply to an MPhil/PhD research degree at Birkbeck: 

1. Check that you meet the entry requirements, including English language requirements, as described on this page. 

2. Find a potential supervisor for your MPhil/PhD research. You can look at the Find a Supervisor area on this page for an overview, or  search our Experts’ Database  or  browse our staff pages  for more in-depth information. 

3. Contact the academic member of staff - or the department they teach in - for an informal discussion about your research interests and to establish if they are willing and able to supervise your research. (Please note: finding a potential supervisor does not guarantee admission to the research degree, as this decision is made using your whole application.)  Find out more about the supervisory relationship and how your supervisor will support your research .

4. Draft a research proposal. This needs to demonstrate your knowledge of the field, the specific research questions you wish to pursue, and how your ideas will lead to the creation of new knowledge and understanding.  Find out more about writing a research proposal .

5. Apply directly to Birkbeck, using the online application link on this page. All research students are initially registered on an MPhil and then upgrade to a PhD after making sufficient progress. 

Find out more about the application process, writing a research proposal and the timeframe . 

Areas of research interest

• Access to law
• Company law
• Constitutional theory and national identity 
• Criminal justice
• Criminology 
• European law 
• Feminist legal theory 
• Human rights 
• Insurance law 
• Intellectual property
• International economic law
• International refugee law
• The law in relation to: 
• children and childhood
• development
• environment
• gender and sexuality 
• literature 
• multinational corporations 
• political economy 
• Legal aesthetics
• Legal history
• Legal theory
• Medical law and ethics 
• Postcolonial theory
• Public law 
• Socio-legal studies

Application deadlines and interviews

You can apply throughout the year and entry is during October and January. For October entry, applications must be submitted by 15 August. For January entry, applications must be submitted by 15 November.

With your application you must send a research proposal of 300-1000 words containing a statement outlining the main themes of your proposed research project, a section addressing questions of methodology, an overview of the literature in the field and a statement relating to the project's intended contribution to legal scholarship.

If you wish to apply for funding, you will need to apply by certain deadlines. Consult the websites of relevant bodies for details.

Recent research topics.

• Real-world dynamics of commercial-contractual relations 
• The orthodox, neoliberal approach to land tenure reforms in sub-Saharan Africa
• The history of copyright law in Latin America 
• A critical defence of the rule of law 
• The quest for legitimate governance and social justice: the emerging trend in postcolonial African political philosophy 
• Pharmaceutical ethics 
• The ephemeral art form of dance and copyright law

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Apply for your course using the apply now button in the key information section .

Finding a supervisor

A critical factor when applying for postgraduate study in law is the correlation between the applicant’s intellectual and research interests and those of one or more potential supervisors.

Read more about the expert supervision we offer in a wide range of legal subjects , from administrative law and bioethics through criminal law and development to legal theory and refugee studies.

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• Law and Social Change at Birkbeck (MPhil/PhD)

Clearing now open. Find out more Go to Clearing page .

Westminster Law School’s PhD programme is set within a vibrant and supportive research environment in the heart of Central London. Westminster Law School has an outstanding reputation as a pioneer in socio-legal research, in experimental research in Legal Theory, the Legal Profession and Legal Education, as well as Entertainment Law. It is also particularly well-known for its cutting-edge research in International Law, Criminal Justice,  Law and Technology, and Comparative and European Union Law.

The Law School hosts doctoral students across these areas of research and is well placed within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to provide doctoral students with opportunities to network and develop an interdisciplinary approach to research. Both the School and the College provide a range of attractive activities for doctoral students, including research seminars, conferences, publication avenues, a nationally recognised training programme aimed at developing world-class researchers, regular research retreats and away days, and teaching opportunities.

How to apply

For an informal discussion about your research, please contact Dr Stephanie Roberts at [email protected] .

We offer PhDs in a number of different areas, contact our academic staff for supervision possibilities  as indicated below.

You can find more information about study options on our Mode of study page .

PhD via MPhil 

The majority of students will apply via the PhD via MPhil route. You can read more about the application process and entry requirements on our  How to apply page . 

PhD by published work

If you intend to apply for a PhD by Published Work please refer to the information  on our PhD by published work page  as the application process differs from the normal MPhil/PhD. Before applying, you should first make contact with the relevant academic for an informal discussion of your publications. You should only submit a formal application at this stage.

Apply for the following subjects

Apply to our research degrees using the links below. 

You'll be able to select your subject area in the 'Supporting Information' section of the application form. 

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January 2025 start 

Studentships.

The Graduate School and each of the academic schools at the University of Westminster are committed to doctoral programmes which encourage and make possible excellent research. As part of this, we are committed to offering a range of studentships. 

Find out about current studentships being offered across the university on our Studentships page.

Research Centres and Groups

Find out more about research based in the School of Law:

• Centre for Law, Gender, Race and Sexuality
• Centre for Law, Society and Popular Culture
• Climate Change, Energy Policy, and Sustainability
• International Law at Westminster
• Law, Development and Conflict Research Group
• Westminster Law and Technology Hub
• Westminster Law and Theory Lab

Areas in which PhDs are available

Please get in touch with us to explore research and supervision possibilities within any of the following fields.  You can find information about academic staff working in these areas here . If your proposed research relates to another field of law, please submit a general enquiry.

• Business and human rights/environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG)
• Company and commercial law
• European Union Law
• Human rights law
• International law
• Law, entertainment and popular culture
• Law and the environment
• Law and the family
• Law, gender and sexuality
• Law, geography and development
• Law and psychology
• Law and religion
• Law and technology
• Legal education and the legal profession
• Legal theory
• Policing; criminal justice; and criminology
• Public, constitutional and administrative law

Find out more about our academic staff working in these areas for supervision possibilities .

Related pages

Fees and funding.

How much will it cost to study a research degree?

How to write your research proposal

Discover how you should write your research proposal before applying for University of Westminster.

Research degree by distance learning

Find out about Research Degree distance learning options at the University of Westminster.

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Duration: 4 years full time

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UK fees * : £4,786

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The multidisciplinary Department of Law and Criminology is home to applied, theoretical and doctrinal research across Criminology, Forensic Psychology, Law, Social Work, and Sociology. In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), 100% of our submission was assessed as world leading or internationally excellent for research impact.

The Department is home to about 50 research active staff and 50 PhD students. We offer a stimulating research environment in which PhD students are expected to be a part of the multidisciplinary research groups and contribute to PhD-led seminars and development activities. Our students benefit from opportunities for research methods training and we have a network of external organisations who are willing to support optional short-term placements and knowledge exchange opportunities.

You can find detailed  research profiles  of our staff here, by selecting the Departmental Research Group of most relevance to your proposed research and following the links to staff profile pages.

Alternatively, you can find a list of staff here (select the drop down menu for Law to find staff with expertise).

Please note that by studying this degree your award title will not include the subject of study but will simply state you've completed a PhD.

Research facilities and environment

Our activities are organised around the Departmental Research Clusters which cover interdisciplinary domains of Crime and Punishment, Families and Children, Health and Social Care, and Rights and Freedoms. Many staff and PhD students are members of more than one research group.

Research Clusters organise monthly seminars and annual research impact-related events with external stakeholders, which PhD students are invited to attend. During the academic year PhD students are expected to attend Departmental workshops and to attend research and professional development events organised by the College-wide Doctoral School. There are also opportunities for students to organise mini conferences or seminar series.

We understand the importance of fostering professional and transferable skills for doctoral students, and fully support presenting papers at academic conferences in the UK and abroad. We are committed to our students' success, providing mock vivas, annual reviews, and personal advice on issues such as managing time pressures, meeting deadlines, and career development.

Students register for an MPhil and then participate in an upgrade process before the 20 th  month of studies, if in full time study (40 th  month part time). The upgrade requires submission of thesis chapters for consideration by a panel of Departmental staff and a formal presentation to this panel. Following upgrade, students follow a PhD registration and are expected to submit the thesis by the end of their third year of full time study, or at the latest by the end of their fourth year (part time by the end of the 8 th  year).

Part of the training throughout the programme is attending internal and external seminars. In addition, we run a PhD seminar series where students present their on-going research and receive feedback from their peers and the faculty.

Entry requirements

Candidates for a place on the MPhil/PhD programme will have undergraduate and taught Masters degrees in a relevant subject. The Masters degree would typically have included training in advanced research methods and/or doctrinal research, and be awarded with a Distinction or high Merit.

The Department welcomes applications from suitably qualified and highly motivated candidates. The application process for our postgraduate research programmes is interactive.

Please follow these steps for enquiring about and applying for a PhD in Law:

1. Make an informal enquiry before you apply

In the first instance, you should check the research interests of  members of academic staff  to see who is active in the area that you are interested in. When you have identified a potential supervisor (with relevant expertise to your proposed research), send to them an outline research proposal and a CV, setting out your qualifications and experience. You should expect to have a series of discussions with this member of staff (by email, by telephone/MSTeams, or in person) about the project, options for funding, and your career aspirations. These discussions will help the member of staff decide whether or not they would be an appropriate supervisor for your proposed project, if they have availability for supervision.

2. Submit an application

When a member of staff has agreed in principle to supervise your project, you should then submit an application form using the  online application system . Ensure that you indicate the name of the proposed supervisor/s.

One of the most important aspects of your application is the research proposal. The purpose of the research proposal is two-fold: first, to help determine whether your topic corresponds with the interests and expertise of the proposed supervisor(s) and, second, to make clear how the research will make an original contribution to theoretical and applied knowledge in the field.

The proposal is important as it will allow the Department to assess your aptitude for doctoral-level research, to allocate supervision appropriately, and to ensure we are fully able to support the study you propose. Although you are required formally to submit the proposal with your application for doctoral study, it is a document you should develop in discussion with a member of staff in the Department of Law and Criminology before you submit this formally.

The proposal should be approximately 2,000 words in length (excluding the reference list) and include the following sections:

At this stage, a working title that summarises the proposed focus is more than adequate.

b. Introduction, Research Question and Rationale

The introduction should, in a succinct way, provide an overview of, and rationale for, the proposed project. You should explain the project focus, main research question and broad aims, and how it will make an original contribution to theory and practice. The introductory section needs to outline the basic argument the thesis intends to advance, as well as what it will aim to demonstrate. In simple terms, explain what the project is about, why it is innovative, why the project matters, why you are the right person to undertake it, and why the Department of Law and Criminology is the most appropriate place to be based.

c. Literature Review

Any proposed project should make clear how it relates to existing research on the topic (or related topics). In this section, you should summarise the current state of scholarship on your topic and explain the ways in which your project will draw from, and build on, that work. In this part of the proposal, you are demonstrating your knowledge of the field and the ways in which your project will make meaningful contributions.

d. Data and Methodology

Detail the sources of data (qualitative and/or quantitative, doctrinal) that you will require in order to answer your research questions and the specific methods you intend to apply in order to collect or generate those data. You should offer a clear explanation for your selection of research methods: Why one method rather than another?

This section should also offer an account of your analytical strategy. How will you make sense of your data? Will you require any specialist software to complete that analysis? Will your project involve fieldwork? If so, to where? How will that fieldwork be financed and supported?

Include a section on the ethical implications of your proposed topic. Which ethical issues are raised by your project? How do you intend to address them?

e. Proposed thesis structure and timeline

In this section you should outline the structure of your thesis, and demonstrate that you have thought about how you are going to structure and organise the argument put forward in your thesis. Additionally, you should propose a timeline for your project, and demonstrate how you think you will organise your time in the three years you will work on your thesis.

f. Reference list

List here, using the citation system common to your discipline, the sources referred to in the proposal.

3. After applying

All applications are subject to review by a panel of academic members of staff in the Department of Law and Criminology. Applicants will be informed of the outcome as soon as the panel has met.

Further details

For further information concerning applications for postgraduate research in the department, please contact  Jill Marshall , Departmental Lead for Postgraduate Research.

English language requirements

All teaching at Royal Holloway is in English. You will therefore need to have good enough written and spoken English to cope with your studies right from the start.

The scores we require

• IELTS: 6.5 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.
• Pearson Test of English: 61 overall. Writing 69. No other subscore lower than 51.
• Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE III.
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.

Country-specific requirements

For more information about country-specific entry requirements for your country please see  here .

Our PhD programme is very successful and our alumni have gone on to undertake careers in a variety of roles, particularly in the criminal justice, education, and health and social care sectors. Our graduates have also gone on to have extremely successful careers in a variety of Universities including here at Royal Holloway, University of London, as well as at other institutions both inside and outside the UK.

The Department actively supports the placement of PhD students in external organisations that can enhance PhD research impact, employability skills, and knowledge exchange.

Fees & funding

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Law PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

Why choose this course.

Whether you are planning a career as an academic within the education sector, or as a professional researcher within the public or private sectors, the Kingston University's Law PhD will develop your research skills, help you make an original contribution to your chosen field of enquiry and enhance your professional credibility.

The Department of Law's expert academic team includes National Teaching Award winners and Fellows from the Higher Education Academy, as well as lecturing staff who combine teaching with legal practice.

You will research a topic of your choice in great depth. We particularly invite applications in the areas of:

• Gas and energy law
• Misuse of private information and breach of confidence
• AI embedded in transportation, communication and toys
• Indigenous and tribal peoples' rights
• IP law, particularly on trademarks or patents of biotechnological inventions
• Stress at work in tort
• Collective labour law
• Restorative justice
• Space law and cyber law
• The gig economy
• Natural law theory

Please view the Department of Law's staff profiles to see if our staff specialisms are a good match with the topic you would like to study.

Reasons to choose Kingston University

• At Kingston University you will have access to an expert academic supervisory team, as well as training and teaching opportunities to help you develop your ideas and achieve your goals.
• You will have the support of the academic and postgraduate community; the high calibre of Kingston University's students and alumni provide excellent networking opportunities.
• Your PhD supervision will be highly specialised to your needs and interests. In addition the course is delivered in a flexible format, so you can choose a full or part-time programme according to what suits you best.

Accreditation

Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)

The Department of Law is a recognised Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)  outlet for research training for doctoral students.

This programme is recognised by the ESRC as fulfilling its requirements to provide a broad-based programme of research training for those studying at doctoral level in the UK.

What you will study

The programme is made up of individual supervision and as such can be extremely flexible to accommodate your needs.

As a PhD student within the Department of Law, you will be expected to attend the University's research training sessions and a series of in-house training seminars run by the Department. The latter take the form of research 'masterclasses', where an experienced member of the Department leads a session intended to reflect on different aspects of conducting research in law. You are also invited to attend the Department of Law research seminars arranged for members of the academic staff.

There is also a series of sessions on the Philosophy of Enquiry and a series of sessions on the Conduct of Enquiry. These non-compulsory modules, held with other PhD students and run by various members of the faculty, will help prepare you for your independent studies, and introduce you to the other students and staff in the department.

The Department of Law is small and very friendly, and has a real community feel with other postgraduate students. There will be opportunities to engage with many members of staff beyond your supervisor.

For further information about the Law PhD programme (including the availability of supervision in an area of your interest) please contact Dr Phil Harris .

Teaching experience

You will have the opportunity to teach undergraduates and undertake an ‘academic apprenticeship' to help you pursue a career in academia.

Presenting ongoing research

Once a year, all PhD students are given the opportunity to present to the faculty about their PhD research. This ongoing engagement offers students and staff the chance to share and help each other develop their ideas.

Please note

Optional modules only run if there is enough demand. If we have an insufficient number of students interested in an optional module, that module will not be offered for this course.

Entry requirements

Typical offer.

You should have:

• a first or second class honours undergraduate degree and a masters degree in Law or a law-related subject; and
• two personal references from academic referees confirming your suitability for the programme.

You will also need to provide evidence of:

• relevant educational, professional and personal experience;
• your ability to meet the high intellectual and personal demands of the programme; and
• your potential to complete the programme within the designated time.

We welcome applications from international students. If you hold a non-UK degree or legal professional qualification, see our guidance on equivalent qualifications.

If you have any questions about your suitability or applying for this degree please contact the course director.

International

All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 7.0 overall with  special conditions  in all elements. Please make sure you read our full guidance about  English language requirements , which includes details of other qualifications we'll consider.

Applicants who do not meet the English language requirements may be eligible to join our  pre-sessional English language course .

Applicants from one of the recognised  Majority English Speaking Countries (MESCs)  do not need to meet these requirements.

Country-specific information

You will find more information on country specific entry requirements in the International section of our website.

Find your country:

• Middle East

Teaching and assessment

Guided independent study (self-managed time).

A PhD, unlike a taught degree, consists entirely of independent study, guided by the supervisory team.

Support for postgraduate students

As a student at Kingston University, we will make sure you have access to appropriate advice regarding your academic development. You will also be able to use the University's  support services . 

Your workload

As a guide, for a full-time PhD you should commit to a similar number of hours to a full-time job – approximately 35 hours of PhD work a week. For a part-time PhD, this would be halved. We would also expect you to take a similar number of holiday days to full-time or part-time employment.

How you will be assessed

Your PhD thesis should be around 80,000 words and will be the subject of an oral examination, the 'viva voce'. You will need to show how you have critically investigated your area of research and made an independent and original contribution to knowledge.

Feedback summary

We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 20 working days.

Your timetable

PhD students do not receive a timetable, but you will be asked to agree a schedule of supervisory meetings with your team.

Find a supervisor

Any member of the Department of Law can supervise a PhD. Which members of staff are appropriate will depend on what area of law you would like to study for your doctorate.

Dr Philip Harris

Course director.

Mr Eric Jeanpierre

Dr Damian Bielicki

Dr Konstantina Kalogeropoulou

Dr rupert dunbar, dr darren mc stravick, research areas.

While there is diverse expertise within the Department of Law and we welcome applications in all areas of legal study, we particularly welcome applications in the following areas:

• Gas and Energy Law
• Indigenous and Tribal Peoples' rights
• IP Law, particularly on trademarks or patents of biotechnological inventions
• Collective Labour Law
• Space Law and Cyber Law
• Natural Law Theory

Research repository

You can view the full range of research papers published by Kingston University Law academics via the Kingston University Research Repository . You can also search for PhD theses by previous Law students by specifying 'thesis' in the Item Type under Advanced Search.

• Fees and funding

Fees for this course

Please view our research degree fees page for further details.

Scholarships and bursaries

Kingston University offers a range of postgraduate scholarships, including:

• Inspire the Future scholarship
• Postgraduate scholarships for international students

If you are an international student, find out more about  scholarships and bursaries .

We also offer the following discounts for Kingston University alumni:

• Alumni discount
• Progression Scholarship

Additional costs

Depending on the programme of study, there may be extra costs that are not covered by tuition fees which students will need to consider when planning their studies. Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, access to shared IT equipment and other support services. Accommodation and living costs are not included in our fees. 

Where a course has additional expenses, we make every effort to highlight them. These may include optional field trips, materials (e.g. art, design, engineering), security checks such as DBS, uniforms, specialist clothing or professional memberships.

Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment.

Computer equipment

There are open-access networked computers available across the University, plus laptops available to loan . You may find it useful to have your own PC, laptop or tablet which you can use around campus and in halls of residence. Free WiFi is available on each of the campuses. You may wish to purchase your own computer, which can cost from £100 to £3,000 depending on your course requirements.

Photocopying and printing

In the majority of cases written coursework can be submitted online. There may be instances when you will be required to submit work in a printed format. Printing, binding and photocopying costs are not included in your tuition fees, this may cost up to £100 per year.

Travel costs are not included in your tuition fees but we do have a free intersite bus service which links the campuses, Surbiton train station, Kingston upon Thames train station, Norbiton train station and halls of residence.

After you graduate

Our research graduates are an important part of the research community at Kingston, and remain part of our networks. You can also still access the Careers and Employability Service for up to two years after you graduate, and benefit from Alumni library membership for just £60 per year.

Course changes and regulations

The information on this page reflects the currently intended course structure and module details. To improve your student experience and the quality of your degree, we may review and change the material information of this course.  Course changes explained .

Programme Specifications for the course are published ahead of each academic year.

Regulations governing this course  can be found on our website.

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Mode of study

3 years full-time

6 years part-time

International £21,260

Entry requirements

Research profile

Over the years, Brunel Law School has established itself as a major player in the UK law research landscape and is ranked as one of the top law schools in the UK for research. 

The impact of our diversity within the Brunel Law School is evident in the breadth of our research activity which can be divided into public and private law. Our research activity embraces doctrinal, theoretical, critical, contextual and comparative approaches to the study of law. It reaches from the local to the global, addressing important challenges in domestic law as well as universal legal, economic, and social issues. We investigate in depth how best to create and maintain just societies that fairly balance both personal freedom and authority, and the rights and responsibilities of individuals and society. 

Find out about the exciting research we do in this area. Browse profiles of our experts, discover the research groups and their inspirational research activities you too could be part of. We’ve also made available extensive reading materials published by our academics and PhD students.

We also offer students the opportunity to undertake the Integrated PhD in Law programme.  

Learn more about research in this area.

Browse the work of subject-relevant research groups

You can explore our campus and facilities for yourself by taking our virtual tour .

Our researchers create knowledge and advance understanding, and equip versatile doctoral researchers with the confidence to apply what they have learnt for the benefit of society. Find out more about working with the Supervisory Team .

You are welcome to approach your potential supervisor directly to discuss your research interests. Search for expert supervisors for your chosen field of research.

While we welcome applications from students with a clear direction for their research, we are providing you with some ideas for your chosen field of research:

• Externalisation and Securitisation of Asylum and Migration, supervised by Ermioni Xanthopoulou
• International law and the psychological impact of warfare on civilians, supervised by Solon Solomon
• Investigations into the law and ethics of biomedical technologies, supervised by Pin Lean Lau

Research journey

This course can be studied undefined undefined, starting in undefined.

Find out about what progress might look like at each stage of study here:  Research degree progress structure.

Research support

Excellent research support and training

The Graduate School provides a range of personal, professional and career development opportunities. This includes workshops, online training, coaching and events, to enable you to enhance your professional profile, refine your skills, and plan your next career steps as part of the Researcher Development Programme . The researcher development programme (RDP) offers workshops and seminars in a range of areas including progression, research management, research dissemination, and careers and personal development. You will also be offered a number of online, self-study courses on BBL, including Research Integrity, Research Skills Toolkit, Research Methods in Literature Review and Principles of Research Methods.

Library services

Brunel's Library is open 24 hours a day, has 400,000 books and 250,000 ebooks, and an annual budget of almost £2m. Subject information Specialists train students in the latest technology, digital literacy, and digital dissemination of scholarly outputs. As well as the physical resources available in the Library, we also provide access to a wealth of electronic resources. These include databases, journals and e-books. Access to these resources has been bought by the Library through subscription and is limited to current staff and students.

Dedicated research support staff provide guidance and training on open access, research data management, copyright and other research integrity issues.

Find out more: Brunel Library

Careers and your future

You will receive tailored careers support during your PhD and for up to three years after you complete your research at Brunel. We encourage you to actively engage in career planning and managing your personal development right from the start of your research, even (or perhaps especially) if you don't yet have a career path in mind. Our careers provision includes online information and advice, one-to-one consultations and a range of events and workshops. The Professional Development Centre runs a varied programme of careers events throughout the academic year. These include industry insight sessions, recruitment fairs, employer pop-ups and skills workshops.

In addition, where available, you may be able to undertake some paid work as we recognise that teaching and learning support duties represent an important professional and career development opportunity.

Find out more.

UK entry requirements

The general University entrance requirement for registration for a research degree is normally a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (1st or 2:1). Applicants will also be required to have achieved, or be on course to achieve a Master's Degree in Law (or relevant subject). We may consider substantial relevant work experience in place of a Master's Degree on a case-by-case basis.

An interview will be required as part of the admissions process and will be conducted by at least two academic staff members remotely via MS Teams, Zoom, or face-to-face.

Applicants will be required to submit a personal statement and a research statement. Please get in touch with your proposed supervisor, where possible, to receive feedback and guidance on your research statement before submitting it. Learn how to prepare a research statement here .

Please note that Law requires students to submit a 3000-word research statement as part of the application for a PhD programme. For information on completing your research statement please see our video guide here .

EU and International entry requirements

If you require a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK, you must prove knowledge of the English language so that we can issue you a Certificate of Acceptance for Study (CAS). To do this, you will need an IELTS for UKVI or Trinity SELT test pass gained from a test centre approved by  UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and on the Secure English Language Testing (SELT) list . This must have been taken and passed within two years from the date the CAS is made.

English language requirements

· IELTS: 7.0 (min 6.0 in all areas)

· Pearson: 64 (min 59 in all subscores)

· BrunELT: 68% (min 58% in all areas)

· TOEFL: 98 (min 20 in all subscores)

You can find out more about the qualifications we accept on our  English Language Requirements  page.

Should you wish to take a pre-sessional English course to improve your English prior to starting your degree course, you must sit the test at an approved SELT provider for the same reason. We offer our own BrunELT English test and have pre-sessional English language courses for students who do not meet requirements or who wish to improve their English. You can find out more information on English courses and test options through our  Brunel Language Centre .

Please check our Admissions  pages for more information on other factors we use to assess applicants. This information is for guidance only and each application is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Entry requirements are subject to review, and may change.

Fees and funding

2024/5 entry, international.

£21,260 full-time

£10,630 part-time

£4,786 full-time

£2,393 part-time

Fees quoted are per year and are subject to an annual increase.

Some courses incur  additional course related costs . You can also check our  on-campus accommodation costs  for more information on living expenses.

Brunel offers a number of funding options to research students that help cover the cost of their tuition fees, contribute to living expenses or both. Recently the UK Government made available the Doctoral Student Loans of up to £25,000 for UK and EU students and there is some funding available through the Research Councils. Many of our international students benefit from funding provided by their governments or employers. Brunel alumni enjoy tuition fee discounts of 15%.

PhD studentships

• PhD (Fee Only) studentship in Brunel Law School

Scholarships and bursaries

• Brunel Graduate Discount

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Home student fees (full-time) : £4,860 per year Home student fees (part-time) : £2,430 per year Overseas student fees (full-time) : £22,490 per year Overseas student fees (part-time) : £11,245 per year

Please note that fees go up each year.   See  research fees  for further details.

Course overview

The Law Research Degree (PhD) programme run by the School of Law accepts candidates for research work leading to a PhD.

The central feature of PhD work is the close relationship between the doctoral candidate and his or her supervisor, in which they meet regularly and consult closely. This relationship is supported and strengthened in various ways. Every doctoral candidate has an adjunct supervisor, another member of staff with a close interest in the candidate’s region and/or subfield of the discipline.

There is a departmental director of doctoral studies (research tutor) with overall responsibility for doctoral candidates who is available for a discussion of general problems. In addition there are a number of other activities which contribute to a doctoral candidate’s work and training. All incoming PhD candidates are required to take the School of Law’s Research Methods Seminar Programme in their first year.

Why study the Law Research Degrees (PhD) at SOAS?

• we are UK Top 20 and World Top 200 for Law (QS World University Rankings 2021)
• our research publications have been rated first in the UK - and our School of Law rated sixth in the UK - in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
• SOAS provides a unique environment and opportunity to engage with relevant issues taught by our expert staff who bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience of working and teaching in the field. This includes posts such as United Nations Independent Expert on human rights in the Sudan, acting as advisors to national, regional and international bodies, and in multiple roles and affiliations with civil society organisations and actors
• doctoral candidates are encouraged to contribute to the research activities of the department Several of them are active in the various  research centres  run in the School of Law and are encouraged to participate in conferences and other projects organised by the department. Doctoral candidates are expected to participate in the School of Law PhD Colloquium which is held once a year. The colloquium, which is organised by a committee of PhD candidates, gives doctoral candidates the opportunity to present their research and progress to colleagues and staff
• many SOAS doctoral candidates spend some time doing field work in the regions of their research. The School, and other members of SOAS, through their various connections with individuals and institutions in the universities and governments of Asia and Africa, facilitate this work with personal contacts and introductions
• the School’s language training facilities are also available to doctoral candidates to develop their facility in an appropriate language for research purposes

Applicants must normally have an advanced degree equivalent in level and content to the School of Law’s LLM or MA.

Recent PhD theses in the School of Law

These include:

• Michele Tedeschini, Unsettling Human Rights Custom (2020)
• Oreva Olakpe, South-South Migrations in International Law: The Case Studies of Nigeria and China (2020)
• Birsha Ohdedar, The Human Right to Water, Climate Change and Justice: Analysing multiple interactions through a case study of India (2020)
• Mohammed Abdul Aziz, The Integration of Muslims in Britain: An account and analysis of the legal and non-legal equality and security initiatives during the New Labour years of 1997- 2010 (2019)
• Yuan Qiong Hu, Rethinking Patent Centric Biomedical Innovation:  Towards an Alternative Conceptual Framework Building (2019)
• Lovleen Bhullar, Water pollution in India : environmental rights litigation as a solution (2018)

Selected published PhDs

• Al Khanif, Religious Minorities, Islam and the Law – International Human Rights and Islamic Law in Indonesia (Routledge, 2020). [PhD 2016]
• Rose Parfitt, The Process of International Legal Reproduction: Inequality, Historiography, Resistance (Cambridge University Press, 2019). [PhD 2010]
• Janan Al-Asady, Iraq’s Oil and Gas Industry – The Legal and Contractual Framework (Routledge, 2019). [PhD 2016]
• Jonathan Bashi Rudahindwa, Regional Developmentalism Through International Law: Establishing an African Economic Community (London: Routledge, 2018). [PhD 2016]

During the first year, candidates are required to attend the School of Law’s Postgraduate Research Training Seminar , whose purpose is to introduce them to the principal practical and methodological issues associated with postgraduate legal studies.

This course introduces candidates to both an array of methodologies, as well as different bodies of legal scholarship and theory. Candidates are also able to avail themselves of general seminars on research methodology offered by the SOAS Doctoral School.

By the beginning of the third term of the first year, candidates are required to hand in a draft Research Plan that is an integrated document based on the methodology paper, research paper, draft dissertation abstract, draft table of contents, draft bibliography and working schedule.

All doctoral candidates are first registered as MPhil candidates. The process of upgrading - that is, upgrading registration from MPhil to PhD - takes place at the end of the first year of study (or part-time equivalent) and involves all members of the Supervisory Committee in the assessment of the candidate's work to date.

Specifically, the potential of the work to be developed into a PhD thesis of University of London standard. It is based on the Research Plan and a presentation of that plan to the Supervisory Committee. Candidates who are not upgraded in accordance with this process will not be eligible to proceed to submission of a PhD thesis, although they may proceed to submit for an MPhil at the end of two years of full-time registration or part-time equivalent.

Doctoral students will be required to complete the  Research Integrity Online Programme , as part of their upgrading requirement.

After year 1

After their first year, doctoral candidates must carefully plan their time so that they can finish their draft thesis well in time before the end of their third year of registration. The process followed by each doctoral candidate is guided by their research project.

This may include a period of field research if required by the nature of project undertaken. Doctoral candidates are encouraged to take part in the Law School's research activities and events, including the PhD Colloquium, activities organised by Research Centres, informal reading groups, and the Law School Research Seminar series.

Important notice

The information on the website reflects the intended programme structure against the given academic session. The modules are indicative options of the content students can expect and are/have been previously taught as part of these programmes. However, this information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change. 

Teaching and learning

During the first year, candidates are required to attend the School of Law’s  Postgraduate Research Training Seminar , whose purpose is to introduce them to the principal practical and methodological issues associated with postgraduate legal studies.

• familiarity with legal approaches to research will be developed through lectures, seminar discussions, compulsory reading assignments, and the dissertation
• an understanding of the philosophical, ethical and political issues at the heart of law research (as well as possible solutions to such problems) will also be developed through lectures, seminar discussions, compulsory reading assignments, and the dissertation
• critical comprehension of theoretical and empirical literature will be encouraged through substantive courses,compulsory reading assignments, lectures and seminars

Intellectual (thinking) skills

• planning and execution of an appropriate research design will be developed through independent projects, essays, and the dissertation
• understanding and utilization of appropriate research methods will be encouraged through independent projects (e.g. essays), oral presentations, and the dissertation

Subject-based practical skills

• the interpretation and critique of published research will be encouraged via compulsory reading assignments, synthetic/critical lectures, and regular seminar discussions, as well as long essays and the dissertation

Transferable skills

• an awareness of research resources available to social scientists will be provided via 1) the provision of detailed reading lists, which include, where appropriate, reference to on-line materials and 2) compulsory reading
• assignments which familiarize students with secondary sources
• an ability to write up and present the findings of analysis will be encouraged via long essays, coursework, exams, and the dissertation

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SOAS Library is one of the world's most important academic libraries for the study of Africa, Asia and the Middle East, attracting scholars from all over the world. The Library houses over 1.2 million volumes, together with significant archival holdings, special collections and a growing network of electronic resources.

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Fees for 2023/24 entrants per academic year.

Please note that fees go up each year.

See  research fees  for further details.

SOAS Law graduates leave SOAS as civic minded and critically engaged individuals who can effectively contribute to their communities and societies. With a thorough understanding of the legal dimensions underlying many of our global challenges today, our Law students are valued by employers due to their analytical skills, specialist knowledge, and global perspective.

Recent School of Law SOAS graduates have been hired by organisations including:

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• British Medical Association
• Clifford Chance
• DAC Beachcroft LLP
• Department for Work and Pensions
• HM Treasury
• Latham & Watkins
• Legal Cheek
• Simpson Millar Solicitors
• The Economist
• Travers Smith
• World Cancer Research Fund

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Food security and the governance of local knowledge in india and indonesia (2018–2023).

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Conflicts over Access to Water and Land: Evolving dimensions (2022–2025)

Carceral policy, policing and race.

Amplifying the carceral experiences of marginalised populations across the Global South.

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Legal Issues Related to Water Sector Restructuring in India (2006–2009)

The first major study of water law in India since the early 1990s and contributed to ensuring policy-makers would consider it a more important part of sector reforms.

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Analysing the impact of climate change on groundwater.

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Exploring the debates that led to the reform of age of consent laws in UK and their introduction in other parts of the Empire at the end of the 19th century.

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Enhancing the knowledge of academicians and politicians on the new tendencies of human rights discourses and practices in the MENA region.

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Our School of Law at the University of West London provides a lively and stimulating research environment, attracting students from all over the world. Our London location offers unparalleled access to law resources with parliament, courts, judiciary, government agencies, law firms and international organisations within close proximity.

We offer supervision in a diverse range of  areas by academics who are  specialists in their field. Our areas of expertise include:

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See a list of potential PhD supervisors and read about their expertise, in the 'Supervisors' section lower down the page.

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I have found that the School of Law is a very professional institute in developing students' skills in research and relevant legal knowledge. The teaching is very focused and efficient. When I began my studies here, my knowledge of Criminal Justice was effectively at ground zero. After nearly four years of study I have gained incredible amounts of knowledge in my field. From a professional perspective,  it is the first institute where I have felt as though study can be a happy and enjoyable experience.

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We have seven Research Centres, staffed by experts with an enviable record of publications, conferences, media and public engagement work.

Our academic staff have extensive professional experience across a range of disciplines and we provide a stimulating and supportive environment where you will benefit from: 

• peer feedback and discussion   
• a series of master-classes and lectures from industry figures   
• support by a supervisor and second supervisor suited to your project. 

About PhD study

This course is available for you to study either on a full-time or part-time basis and you have the flexibility to switch should you need to.

A PhD is founded on independent research.  You will undertake a systematic and in-depth exploration of your chosen topic to produce a substantial body of knowledge and make an original and important contribution to the subject area.  

The support provided by your supervisory team will be vital to your student experience and scholarly advancement.  You and your supervisors will have regular one-to-one meetings which will provide you with opportunities to develop your research topic and discuss your progress.

Our research record

View our academic journal 'New Vistas'   to see the work of students and academics who are making an impact both locally and globally through their research findings.

Based in the heart of Ealing, west London, you can make use of the excellent transport links to travel to the the capital or further afield - ideal for attending research meetings and networking events.

Got a question?

If you would like guidance or more information about studying for a research degree, you can contact Philip Ells .

To enable you to enhance your professional profile, we support you throughout your research degree by:

• providing research seminars
• organising doctoral events and activities
• facilitating networking and collaboration opportunities
• encouraging and supporting publication and dissemination of your research
• offering opportunities to gain teaching expertise and experience.

We provide structured research training, expert supervision, and an environment where you can discuss your research with other PhD students and researchers.

We run seminars in research methods from the Graduate Centre, as well as an ongoing series of events and activities organised by Schools and Colleges. Specialist help with academic English for students for whom English is not their first language is available.

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Postgraduate and International Student Centre is a new focal point for the university’s postgraduate and international students, providing dedicated space for social and learning interaction.

This building, which is three storeys high, offers spaces for collaborative working, socialising, supervision and mentoring on the ground floor. The first floor has work spaces for the postgraduate support teams to use while the second floor provides guest accommodation for visiting scholars.

We contribute to national and international initiatives and promote collaboration and networking opportunities. We also encourage and support you to publish and disseminate your research in academic journals and via presenting papers at conferences.

We run an annual conference for doctoral students, where you are encouraged to present a paper about your research. As well as being an opportunity to discuss your work with other students, the conference is a chance to gain valuable experience in presenting your research and participating in open discussions with academic peers.

You will also find other opportunities such as postgraduate student seminars and forums within your specific subject area.

Once you start a PhD course at UWL, you become part of our research community. You will have access to a postgraduate common room, located at our Ealing campus on St Mary’s Road, where you will meet fellow researchers from other subject disciplines offering scope for collaborations or simply to discuss ideas, allowing you to be part of a vibrant research environment.

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The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are:

• a good first degree (First Class or Upper Second Class), or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
• a Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience.

We look for students with:

• a passion for their chosen subject.

You will also have a well thought through and persuasive proposal.

• Competence in written and spoken English is a pre-requisite for entrance to this programme. An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 (with no element under 6.0).

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• Funding: International

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If your course runs for two years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year. If your course runs for less than two years, the cost above is for your full course and you will need to pay the full fee upfront.

Government regulation does affect tuition fees and the fees listed for courses starting in the 2025/26 academic year are subject to change.

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Funding your studies

Funding for postgraduate students usually comes from one or more of a range of key sources:

• research councils
• charities and trust funds, including those funded by the UK government
• higher Education institutions
• overseas governments (international students only)
• professional and career development loans
• self-funding (including family funds).

Find out more about funding opportunities. Examples of most of these types of funding are included on the postgraduate studentships website , (with the exception of funding you may be able to obtain from your employer and self-funding).

Bursaries and scholarships

We offer generous bursaries and scholarships to make sure your aspirations are your only limit. See our PhD scholarships , scholarships and bursaries .

For any overseas students, your first port of call should be grant-awarding bodies in your own country (eg The Ministry / Department of Education) and your local (or nearest) office of the British Council.

The British Council manage a small number of international studentship grants in some countries and should be able to tell you what other awards may be available to you - they also produce the Sources of funding for international students guide.

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Study & career progression

Studying for a PhD enables you to develop an area of specialism that will give you an edge whether you are planning to work within the field of law or to develop expertise to teach in academia.

During your PhD, you will also be learning transferable core skills that apply to jobs both in and out of academia, including:

• written and oral communication
• research and information management
• public speaking   
• project management
• critical Thinking
• collaboration
• analysis and problem-solving
• conflict resolution
• negotiation.

By the end of your research degree you will be able to articulately apply these skills to enhance your career path.

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To apply for one of our research courses, click the green 'apply now' link shown below to complete an online application form. You will need to attach the following documentation to your online application form:

• research proposal outline (5000 words maximum)
• transcript of your highest qualification.

The research proposal outline, or statement of research interests, enables us to assess your suitability for higher degree work including:

• viability of the topic as a research study
• the most appropriate supervisor(s) to be appointed.

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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The Law Research Degree (PhD) programme run by the School of Law accepts candidates for research work leading to a PhD.

The central feature of PhD work is the close relationship between the doctoral candidate and his or her supervisor, in which they meet regularly and consult closely. This relationship is supported and strengthened in various ways. Every doctoral candidate has an adjunct supervisor, another member of staff with a close interest in the candidate’s region and/or subfield of the discipline.

There is a departmental director of doctoral studies (research tutor) with overall responsibility for doctoral candidates who is available for a discussion of general problems. In addition there are a number of other activities which contribute to a doctoral candidate’s work and training. All incoming PhD candidates are required to take the School of Law’s Research Methods Seminar Programme in their first year.

Why study the Law Research Degrees (PhD) at SOAS?

• we are UK Top 20 and World Top 200 for Law (QS World University Rankings 2021)
• our research publications have been rated first in the UK - and our School of Law rated sixth in the UK - in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
• SOAS provides a unique environment and opportunity to engage with relevant issues taught by our expert staff who bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience of working and teaching in the field. This includes posts such as United Nations Independent Expert on human rights in the Sudan, acting as advisors to national, regional and international bodies, and in multiple roles and affiliations with civil society organisations and actors
• doctoral candidates are encouraged to contribute to the research activities of the department Several of them are active in the various research centres run in the School of Law and are encouraged to participate in conferences and other projects organised by the department. Doctoral candidates are expected to participate in the School of Law PhD Colloquium which is held once a year. The colloquium, which is organised by a committee of PhD candidates, gives doctoral candidates the opportunity to present their research and progress to colleagues and staff
• many SOAS doctoral candidates spend some time doing field work in the regions of their research. The School, and other members of SOAS, through their various connections with individuals and institutions in the universities and governments of Asia and Africa, facilitate this work with personal contacts and introductions
• the School’s language training facilities are also available to doctoral candidates to develop their facility in an appropriate language for research purposes.

Applicants must normally have an advanced degree equivalent in level and content to the School of Law’s LLM or MA.

SOAS Law graduates leave SOAS as civic minded and critically engaged individuals who can effectively contribute to their communities and societies. With a thorough understanding of the legal dimensions underlying many of our global challenges today, our Law students are valued by employers due to their analytical skills, specialist knowledge, and global perspective.

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The minimum entry requirement for applying for the PhD and VRS programmes is a good UK Master's degree (or overseas equivalent), which is generally in a relevant area to the programme you are applying to.

At SOAS University of London, postgraduate students are encouraged to challenge the status quo and think globally. SOAS is the leading higher education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Africa, Asia and the Near and Middle East. Postgraduate courses are taught by respected academics engaged in ground-breaking fieldwork and research. The work of researchers at SOAS influences both government policy and the lives of individuals... more

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Llm international law, llm islamic law, llm law and gender.

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Find out more about fees, funding and scholarship opportunities for the MPhil/PhD programme at UCL Laws.

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Fees and finance

Tuition fees cover all elements of your tuition, registration and examination. If applicable, any additional research expenses will be specified on your formal offer of admission.

Full details of the tuition fees for each academic year can be found under the fee schedule  pages of the UCL Current Students website.

Tuition fees for subsequent years are subject to increase. You should make provision for such increases and this is implicit in accepting the offer of a place at UCL.

You must pay at least 50% of your tuition fee before or at enrolment to be fully enrolled, or provide a letter of sponsorship indicating who should be invoiced for your fee.

Tuition fees for 2025 entry

(As a guide) UCL’s tuition fees for UK students registered on graduate research programmes at UCL Laws for 2024-25 are £6,035 for full-time students, and £3,015 for part-time students.  These will likely increase for 2025-26.

(as a guide) UCL’s tuition fees for international students registered on graduate research programmes at UCL Laws are £25,900 for full-time students and £12,950 for part-time students for the academic year 2024-25.  These will likely increase for 2025-26.

Tuition fees for 2025-26 may increase. Further information relating to on tuition fees can be found in the fees and funding section of the UCL Current Students website .

Living costs

As well as your tuition fees, you will also need to think about how you are going to meet your living costs – accommodation, food and travel, as well as other costs associated with your studies and everyday life.

Find more information about living costs and managing your money on the UCL Prospective Students website .

Funding and scholarships

There are a number of different scholarships available to fund your PhD. All are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and are competitive.  An application for a place on the PhD programme should precede any application for funding.

Each requires a different application process and deadline so please do read the following information carefully and adhere to the deadlines specified. No late applications will be accepted.

Please see also the UCL guidance on Funding for students on postgraduate research courses , which provides information on other possible funding sources.  

Annual Scholarship opportunities

These scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, research potential and research area. Candidates must have an outstanding academic track record, an excellent research proposal and strong references as competition for these scholarships is high. Financial need is not an essential criterion but will be taken into account in tie-break cases, namely when there are two equally well qualified candidates on the basis of academic excellence.

A UCL Laws FRS covers the cost of tuition fees, plus a maintenance stipend per annum for full time study. The annual stipend for 2024-25 (as a guide) is £21,337. Costs are pro-rated for part-time students.

Awards are made initially for one year but will be renewed for a second year, subject to satisfactory completion of studies during your first year. They will be renewed for a third year, provided the student has been upgraded to full PhD status and continues to make satisfactory progress in the programme.

How To Apply:  

All successful applicants to the UCL Laws PhD programme are automatically considered for our prestigious Faculty Research Scholarships (FRS), awarded directly by the Faculty. There is no separate application form that needs to be completed.

To be considered for the scholarship candidates must apply for the PhD programme by 18th November 2024. Further details about applications are available here . 

Four Faculty Research Scholarships, named after distinguished legal figures associated with the Faculty, are typically available each year:

• Orme Scholarship :  Eliza Orme was the first woman to earn a law degree in England, graduating from UCL with an LLB in 1888. This followed UCL’s groundbreaking decision to become the first UK university to permit women on an equal footing to men, in 1878. While women at the time were not permitted to qualify as a barrister or solicitor, Orme made a career drafting legal documents from her office in Chancery Lane. She was also involved in the National Society for Women’s Suffrage.
• Lawrence Scholarship :  Reina Lawrence was London’s first woman councillor. After receiving her LLB from UCL in 1893, Lawrence served on the Hampstead Distress Committee, helping the unemployed, before the Qualification of Women Act 1907 opened the way for female candidates in council elections. Lawrence stood for Hampstead Borough Council and was elected for the Belsize Ward with a large majority.
• Clarke Scholarship :  Ellis Clarke graduated from UCL Laws in 1940, being called to the Bar at Gray’s Inn the following year. Clarke returned to his native Trinidad and Tobago and served as a lawyer and, following that country’s independence from Britain, in a number of government posts including Ambassador to the United States and Ambassador to the UN. Knighted in 1963, Sir Ellis was instrumental in drafting a new republican constitution for Trinidad and Tobago and following its adoption was appointed President, serving in that capacity from 1976 to 1987.
• Elias Scholarship :  Taslim Olawale Elias graduated from UCL with an LLB in 1946, being called to the bar at the Inner Temple the following year. Elias completed his LLM and PhD at UCL, becoming the first African to earn a PhD in Law from the University of London in 1949. In the run up to Nigerian independence in 1960, Elias played a key role in drafting the constitution and on its adoption was appointed Attorney General and Minister of Justice. In 1972 he became Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, and served in a number of important international roles including Chairman of the UN International Law Commission, and helping to draft the Constitutions of the Congo and the Organisation of African Unity (forerunner to the African Union). In 1976 he was appointed a judge at the International Court of Justice in the Hague, becoming its President in 1982.

The UCL Faculty of Laws offers UCL Laws Research Opportunity Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, research potential and research area. Candidates must have an outstanding academic track record and excellent research proposal. Financial need is an essential criterion for this award. It is a condition for eligibility for these scholarships that candidates qualify for ‘UK fee status’ as defined here by UCL, and are domiciled in the UK.

A UCL Laws Research Opportunity Scholarship covers the cost of tuition fees, plus a maintenance stipend per annum for full time study. The annual stipend for 2024-25 (as a guide) is £21,237. Costs are pro-rated for part-time students.

Awards are made initially for one year but will be renewed for a second year, subject to satisfactory completion of studies during your first year. They will be renewed for a third year, provided the student has been upgraded to full PhD status and continues to make satisfactory progress in the programme. 

How To Apply:

There is not a separate application form for this scholarship, and all applicants successful at interview will be given the option to provide financial information in order to be considered for the UCL Laws Research Opportunity Scholarship.

To be considered for the scholarship candidates must apply for the PhD programme by 18th November 2024. Further details about applications are available here .

The UCL Faculty of Laws offers UCL Laws BAME Research Opportunity Scholarships. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, research potential and research area. Candidates must have an outstanding academic track record and excellent research proposal.  Financial need is an essential criterion for the scholarship. It is a condition for eligibility for these scholarships that candidates qualify for ‘UK fee status’ as defined here by UCL and are domiciled in the UK. The scholarship is only available to ethnic groups currently underrepresented as academic staff members in Law Schools at Russell Group Universities. The Faculty will make an assessment of which groups are currently underrepresented using the latest HESA and National Census data.  A UCL Laws Research Opportunity Scholarship covers the cost of tuition fees, plus a maintenance stipend per annum for full time study. The annual stipend for 2024-25 (as a guide) is £21,237. Costs are calculated pro rata for part-time students. Awards are made initially for one year but will be renewed for a second year, subject to satisfactory completion of studies during your first year. They will be renewed for a third year, provided the student has been upgraded to full PhD status and continues to make satisfactory progress in the programme.

There is not a separate application form for this scholarship, and all applicants successful at interview will be given the option to provide the personal information required in order to be considered for the UCL Laws BAME Research Opportunity Scholarship.

To be considered for the scholarship candidates must apply for the PhD programme by 18yh November 2024. Further details about applications are available here . 

The UCL Laws Institute of Brand and Innovation Law is offering a scholarship in 2025-26. The scholarship will fund one PhD student to undertake research in the field of Intellectual Property, and will provide a stipend of at least £21,237 per year for 3 years. Fees at the Home rate are covered (the scholarship is open to international students as well; if successful, an international student would receive a discount on the international fees equivalent to the value of the Home fees, and would need to cover the difference with their own funds).

The Institute of Brand and Innovation Law would like to thank its sponsors for their generosity, which has made this scholarship possible. Details of IBIL's sponsors can be found on our website.

All applicants to the UCL Laws PhD Programme in the field of Intellectual Property will be considered for the scholarship. There is no separate application form.

One scholarship worth £1,000 is available for prospective or current MPhil/PhD research students at UCL Laws. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and research potential, taking into account the availability of other sources of funding.

All successful applicants to the UCL Laws PhD programme are automatically considered for the Joseph Hume Scholarship, awarded directly by the Faculty. There is no separate application form.

To be considered for the scholarship, candidates must apply for the PhD programme by 18th November 2024. Further details about applications are available here . 

UCL Research Excellence Scholarships (RES) aim to attract high-quality students to undertake postgraduate research at UCL. The university usually awards approximately 40 UCL RES annually to prospective and current UCL research students from any country.  These are highly competitive scholarships and are awarded only to the most outstanding potential and existing research students from all UCL departments and faculties.

The scholarships consist of tuition fees (for home or overseas students) plus a maintenance stipend of at least £21,237 for full-time study (benefits are calculated 'pro rata' for part-time students). The scholarship also includes additional support for research costs of up to £1,200 per year for the stated duration of the programme. Awards are normally tenable for years 1, 2, and 3 of a full-time research degree programme (or years 1-5 of a part-time programme), subject to annual review and renewal. 

All further information and required materials for application can be found online here . There is a separate application form which must be sent to [email protected] . You must also have applied to the PhD programme by 18th November 2024 . The RES application documents can be submitted later though - by a date to be confirmed in January 2025. Further details about applications are available here . 

We are partnered with the AHRC-funded London Arts & Humanities Doctoral Training Partnership. These are studentships that normally cover fees and maintenance allowance (stipend). 

Candidates should be aware that the LAHP studentship competition is a twin-track process, and they will need to:

• Apply first for a place on the UCL Faculty of Laws PhD programme by 18th November 2024; and
• Apply separately and directly to LAHP to their Open Competition Studentship .

The application window for LAHP Studentships opens in December 2024 (precise date tbc).The application process for these Studentships is run entirely by LAHP.  UCL's Faculty of Laws is not involved in the process at all. If you are intending to apply for an LAHP studentship, please make note of this on your online application form when you apply for a place on the PhD programme. 

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Studying for a PhD with UEL's School of Business and Law will push you to the limit - and you'll be supported all the way by our world-class academic staff.  The School gives postgraduate research students the chance to learn from the best academic minds and industry experts.

You'll be studying in an environment that positively encourages students to think beyond the boundaries of traditional disciplines.

Our academic staff have the skills and experience to bring out the best in your PhD or MPhil research. Their expertise is based on our strong suite of taught postgraduate qualifications: from our Master of Business Administration (MBA) to Master of Law courses such as International law and financial markets.

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PhD via MPhil

Entry Requirements

To apply for a PhD course, you should have an MPhil, or MRes qualification or an overseas qualification rated as equivalent.  Applicants for a PhD via MPhil should have either a first class or upper second class honours degree from a UK Higher Education Institution, or an overseas qualification rated as equivalent.   

MPhil PhD School of Business and Law

Mphil phd school of business and law, home applicant, full time.

• Home Applicant
• 5740 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 5740 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).

MPhil PhD School of Business and Law, home applicant, part time

• 2870 UK - PhD by Published Work: £2,870. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 2870 UK - PhD by Published Work: £2,870. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).

MPhil PhD School of Business and Law, international applicant, full time

• International Applicant
• 15340 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 15340 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).

MPhil PhD School of Business and Law, international applicant, part time

• 7670 Int - PhD by Published Work: £7,670. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 7670 Int - PhD by Published Work: £7,670. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).
• 6020 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 6020 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).
• 3010 UK - PhD by Published Work: £3,010. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 3010 UK - PhD by Published Work: £3,010. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).
• 16100 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 16100 per year. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).
• 8050 Int - PhD by Published Work: £8,050. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months). Pound 8050 Int - PhD by Published Work: £8,050. Write-Up Fees = £1000 (with £500 rebate if thesis handed in within 6 months).

Fees, funding and additional costs

EU, EEA and Swiss Nationals starting a course from September 2021, will no longer be eligible for Home fees. However, such nationals benefitting from Settled Status or Citizens' Rights may become eligible for Home fees as and when the UK Government confirms any new fee regulations. Further information can be found at UKCISA .

Tuition fees are subject to annual change. Fees for future years will be published in due course.

Home students

Postgraduate loans scheme.

£10,280 to fund your Masters Programme under the Postgraduate Loans (PGL) scheme

Postgraduate Loans (PGL)

The Postgraduate Loan (PGL) provide non-means-tested loans of up to £10,906 to taught and research masters students.  It will be paid to students as a contribution towards tuition fees, living costs and other course costs. Applications are made directly through  Student Finance England  

Eligibility

Whether you qualify depends on: •    if you've studied a postgraduate course before •    your course •    your age •    your nationality or residency status

Full eligibility can be found on the Government's Postgraduate Loan webpage .

Please take a look at the  Postgraduate Loans  for an overview of the new funding.

Postgraduate Scholarship

Apply for a 50 per cent discount on your tuition fees! You can get a 50 per cent discount on course fees through a UEL Postgraduate Scholarship. The scholarship is open to full-time and part-time UK and EU students of taught postgraduate courses. *Exclusions apply.

Find out more about full eligibility criteria and how to apply .

Terms and conditions apply.

Our scholarships and bursaries can help you

How we can help you

Did you know that with a postgraduate qualification, you can expect to earn more than someone who only holds an undergraduate degree?

If you want to build new skills, change career paths, or further your career prospects, a postgraduate degree can help you. Our range of scholarships and bursaries will make financing your education that much easier. Below is some of the funding available to support you in your studies:

• Alumni Discount   - up to 15% fee waiver *exclusions apply. Please see the Alumni Discount page  for information.
• Early Payment Discount  - 5% fee waiver
• Asylum Seekers scholarship   - 100% fee waiver
• Civic Engagement - £1,000
• Hardship Bursary - up to £2,000
• Sport Scholarships   - Up to £6,000

How to pay your fees

There are a number of ways you can pay your fees to UEL

• Online payment facilities
• By telephone
• In person at our Docklands or Stratford campus
• Bank transfer

Full information on making payments can be found  on our Finance page .

If you wish to discuss payments to the University, please contact our Income Team on 020 8223 2974 or you can email  [email protected]

Ideas for funding your postgraduate study

Below are some ideas on how to fund your postgraduate study:

•     Apply for a  Postgraduate Loan  
•     Take advantage of  UEL scholarships and bursaries
•     Ask your employer to sponsor your study
•     Study part-time so you can work at the same time (applicable to courses that have a part-time mode)
•     Look at  UK Research and Innovation funding options

The Student Money Advice and Rights Team (SMART) are here to help you navigate your finances while you're a student at the University of East London. We can give you advice, information and guidance on government and university funds so that you receive your full funding entitlement. Live chat: Click the live chat icon in the bottom left of the screen Phone: 020 8223 4444

International students

Living costs for international students.

As part of the Tier 4 student visa requirements, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) estimate that you will need £1,265* per month to cover your living costs. It includes expenses for accommodation, food and drink, travel within London, textbooks, entertainment, clothing, toiletries and laundry. Most Tier 4 students are required to show they have sufficient funds to cover the first nine months of the course before they start - a total of £11,385 - in addition to the tuition fees. You can find more information about the specific requirements of the Tier 4 student visa. The amount that you will spend can vary depending on your lifestyle. The UKCISA International Student Calculator can help you plan and manage your money.

* Please note the Immigration Rules are subject to change and this figure is likely to be increased by UKVI year on year. Please therefore check our ISA page for more information at the time of preparing your visa application.

How to pay your fees - international students

Deposits and paying by instalments International students are required to pay a  deposit  before being issued a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). Your remaining balance will be paid in five monthly instalments over your first term. The first of these instalments must be paid when completing your enrolment on arrival at UEL. Please follow the payment instructions on our Make a Payment page . After the required payment has been made, you will be asked to complete the online International Student Reply Form to confirm your acceptance of our offer and of our terms of admittance and fee policy.

Our International team at UEL are available for advice and guidance on studying in London, fees, scholarships and visa requirements. Email:  [email protected]

Additional costs

Depending on the programme of study, there may be extra costs which are not covered by tuition fees, which students will need to consider when planning their studies.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services. Accommodation and living costs are not included in our fees. 

Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. You may prefer to, or be required to, buy your own copy of key textbooks.

Computer equipment

There are open-access networked computers available across the University, plus laptops available to loan. You may find it useful to have your own PC, laptop or tablet which you can use around campus and in halls of residences.

Free WiFi is available on each of our campuses.

In the majority of cases, coursework can be submitted online. There may be instances when you will be required to submit work in a printed format. Printing and photocopying costs are not included in your tuition fees.

Travel costs are not included but we do have a free intersite bus service which links the campuses and halls of residence.

For this course, you will be:

• involved in processes of making, as a means of exploration, experimentation, and understanding your practice, by using a diverse range of media and materials
• required to purchase your own copy of books, for required reading
• required to produce physical artefacts for assessment 
• able to participate in optional study visits and/or field trips

However, over and above this you may incur extra costs associated with your studies, which you will need to plan for. 

To help you budget, the information below indicates what activities and materials are not covered by your tuition fees:

• personal laptops and other personal devices 
• personal copies of books 
• optional study visits and field trips (and any associated visa costs)
• printing costs
• your own chosen materials and equipment
• costs of participating in external events, exhibitions, performances etc.

The costs vary every year and with every student, according to the intentions for the type of work they wish to do. Attainment at assessment is not dependent upon the costs of materials chosen.

Learn about applying

Important information about your application, uk full-time starting sept.

How to apply Apply directly to UEL by clicking on the apply button. For further information read our  Guide to Applying . When to apply Places on many courses are limited and allocated on a first-come first-served basis. We advise you to apply as early as possible to give yourself the best chance of receiving an offer. Advice and guidance Our  Information, Advice and Guidance team  provide impartial advice on courses, entry requirements, pre-entry and access programmes in person and via the telephone. +44 (0)20 8223 4354 Already applied? You can track the progress of your application by contacting our Applicant Engagement team on +44 (0)20 8223 3333 (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm). Read our  guide to applying  for further information. Need help? Contact our Applicant Engagement team (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm) +44 (0)20 8223 3333

UK Part-time starting Sept

How to apply Apply directly to UEL by clicking on the apply button. For further information read our  Guide to Applying . When to apply Places on many courses are limited and allocated on a first-come first-served basis. We advise you to apply as early as possible to give yourself the best chance of receiving an offer. Advice and guidance Our  Information, Advice and Guidance team  provide impartial advice on courses, entry requirements, pre-entry and access programmes in person and via the telephone. +44 (0)20 8223 4354 Already applied? You can track the progress of your application by contacting our Applicant Engagement team on +44 (0)20 8223 3333 (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm). Read our  guide to applying  for further information. Need help? Contact our applicant engagement team (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm) +44 (0)20 8223 3333

International Full-time starting Sept

Submitting your application please read and consider the entry and visa requirements for this course before you submit your application. for more information please visit our  international student advice pages .  .

How to Apply We accept direct applications for international students. The easiest way to apply is directly to UEL by clicking on the red apply button. Please be sure to  watch our videos  on the application process.

When to Apply Please ensure that you refer to the international admissions deadline . We advise you to apply as early as possible to give yourself the best chance of receiving an offer.

International students who reside overseas Please ensure that you have read and considered the entry requirements for this course before you submit your application. Our enquiries team can provide advice if you are unsure if you are qualified for entry or have any other questions. Please be sure to read about the  Tier 4 visa requirements .

Advice and guidance Our  Information, Advice and Guidance team  provide impartial advice on courses, entry requirements, pre-entry and access programmes in person and via the telephone.

+44 (0)20 8223 4354 Need help? Contact our applicant engagement team (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm)

+44 (0)20 8223 3333

About our foundation years

Our Foundation Year courses are perfect for you if you... 

• are returning to education after a long time, or you don't have the qualifications for direct entry into our degree programmes
• are thinking of re-training and would like an introduction to the area
• are an international student wanting an additional year to adapt to the UK academic system
• are still evaluating which degree pathway at UEL is the right one for you

Please note: Foundation years can only be studied full-time. However, you can transfer to part-time delivery once you have completed your foundation year. Please apply to the full-time option if you wish to study in this way.

What makes this course different

Academic staff

Postgraduate students score our academic staff highly in terms of support and the quality of their teaching - 82 per cent felt their research skills had developed during their course.

Many of our postgraduate students volunteer to help at UEL's Legal Advice Centre, joining local solicitors to provide free legal advice to local people.

Our research students have opportunities to teach undergraduates across the range of business and law courses at UEL - increasing their attractiveness to employers and academic institutions.

Course modules

Independent research core module.

PhD candidates will be undertaking their own research in communication with their supervisor.

NOTE: Modules are subject to change. For those studying part time courses the modules may vary.

What we're researching

The School of Business and Law's major research areas include: business strategy and sustainability, market function, entrepreneurialism and SMEs, global development, criminology and justice, conflict and law, terrorism studies and human rights.

Please  visit our Research section to find out more .

Your future career

Explore the different career options you can pursue with this degree and see the median salaries of the sector on our  Career Coach portal .

How we support your career ambitions

We offer dedicated careers support, and further opportunities to thrive, such as volunteering and industry networking. Our courses are created in collaboration with employers and industry to ensure they accurately reflect the real-life practices of your future career and provide you with the essential skills needed. You can focus on building interpersonal skills through group work and benefit from our investment in the latest cutting-edge technologies and facilities.

Career Zone

Our dedicated and award-winning team provide you with careers and employability resources, including:

• Online jobs board for internships, placements, graduate opportunities, flexible part-time work.
• Mentoring programmes for insight with industry experts 
• 1-2-1 career coaching services 
• Careers workshops and employer events 
• Learning pathways to gain new skills and industry insight

Mental Wealth programme

Our Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth programme which issues you with a Careers Passport to track the skills you’ve mastered. Some of these are externally validated by corporations like Amazon and Microsoft.

We are careers first

Our teaching methods and geographical location put us right up top

• Enterprise and entrepreneurship support 
• We are ranked 6th for graduate start-ups 
• Networking and visits to leading organisations 
• Support in starting a new business, freelancing and self-employment 
• London on our doorstep

What you'll learn

Royal Docks School of Business and Law offers two main research degrees: the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). 

PhD via MPhil The most popular course is the PhD via MPhil. A PhD is an original and distinct contribution to the knowledge of the field of study. It is often essential for those wishing to follow an academic or research career in industry or commerce. PhD research can be carried out in all subject areas.

All Postgraduate Research students are supervised by at least two research-active staff. Your supervisors will support your programme of research through regular meetings and reviews.

The PhD via MPhil course normally takes a minimum of 36 months (full-time) 60 months (part-time) to complete. Students enrolled in full-time mode of study will transfer from the MPhil to a PhD usually at the two-year stage or equivalent for part-time study.

MPhil The Masters of Philosophy (MPhil) is a Master's level research degree programme which takes a minimum of 24 months (full-time) 48 months (part-time) to complete.

A PhD direct is aimed at postgraduate students who already have an MPhil (Masters of Philosophy) or MRes (Masters by Research) qualification and takes a minimum of 36 months (full-time) 60 months (part-time) to complete.

PhD via Publication

The publication route to a PhD is mainly intended for UEL postgraduate students or staff, based on their published academic output. Each application is considered separately on its own merits.

How you'll learn

Your research proposal

Research proposals give us a better understanding of the area you want to study for an MPhil, PhD via MPhil or PhD Direct course.

You don't have to follow a predetermined structure when writing your proposal, but it's a good idea to include a title that describes the aims and scope of your research, and information on how your ideas fit in with the research interests of UEL.

Other important elements include: relevant academic literature, how your research will advance knowledge in this area, and a possible methodology. You should also include a timescale for your research.

To find out more about how to write your research proposal, see our research proposal guidance .

How you will be assessed

At the end of your PhD, you will be required to submit an 80,000-word thesis, summarising your research. You will then have to undergo an oral examination (a viva) on your thesis.

At the end of your MPhil, you will be required to submit a 40,000-word thesis which outlines your research findings. You will then have to undergo an oral examination (a viva) on your thesis.

Campus and facilities

Our waterfront campus in the historic Royal Docks provides a stunning, modern, well-equipped learning environment.

Join us and you'll be able to make the most of our facilities including contemporary lecture theatres and seminar rooms, art studios and exhibition spaces, audio and visual labs and a multimedia production centre.

Features include our 24/7 Docklands library, our £21m SportsDock centre, a campus shop and bookstore, the Children’s Garden Nursery, cafés, eateries, a late bar, plus Student Union facilities, including a student lounge.   University of East London is one of the few London universities to provide on campus accommodation. Our Docklands Campus Student Village houses close to 1,200 students from around the world. We are well connected to central London and London City Airport is just across the water. We also run a free bus service that connects Docklands with Stratford campuses.

University Square Stratford is one of London’s most modern and well-equipped campuses. It serves 3,400 students and is the base for our courses in law and criminology, dance and performing arts, and the Master of Business Administration (MBA).   Modern facilities include: performing arts spaces; three performance studios; the Harvard lecture theatre, with live lecture capture technology; the multimedia Weston Learning Centre; a dedicated MBA suite and teaching space; a 300-seat specialised tiered lecture; and a simulated courtroom for mooting experience.   The campus is close to new Stratford developments such as Westfield Stratford City, and next door to the Theatre Royal and Picturehouse cinema.

Who teaches this course

This course is delivered by the Royal Docks School of Business and Law.

The teaching team includes qualified academics, practitioners and industry experts as guest speakers. Full details of the academics will be provided in the student handbook and module guides.

Professor Nazrul Islam

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Terms of Admittance to the University of East London

The Terms of Admittance govern your contractual relationship with the University of East London ("UEL"). A contract between you, the Student, and us, UEL, is entered into once you accept an offer of a place on a programme at UEL and this contract is subject to consumer protection legislation. You are entitled to cancel this contract within 14 days of enrolment onto your programme.

1) Student enrolment

Enrolment at UEL is the process whereby you officially become a UEL student. The enrolment process requires you to:

• Ensure that we are holding the correct personal details for you
• Agree to abide by our regulations and policies
• Pay your tuition fees/confirm who is paying your tuition fees

You are expected to enrol by the first day of your academic year (click on "Discover") which will be notified to you in your enrolment instructions. Failure to enrol by the deadline contained in our Fees Policy (for most students by the end of the second week of teaching) may lead to the cancellation of student status and all rights attached to that status, including attendance and use of UEL's facilities. If you do not complete the formal process of enrolment but, by your actions, are deemed to be undertaking activities compatible with the status of an enrolled student, UEL will formally enrol you and charge the relevant tuition fee. Such activities would include attendance in classes, use of online learning materials, submission of work and frequent use of a student ID card to gain access to university buildings and facilities. Late enrolment charges may be applied if you do not complete your enrolment by the relevant deadline.

2) Tuition fees

Your tuition fee is determined by:

• the programme you are studying;
• if you are studying full or part-time;
• whether you are a UK/EU or International student; and when you started your studies with us.

We will tell you the tuition fee that you are due to pay when we send you an offer as well as confirm any additional costs that will be incurred, such as bench fees or exceptional overseas study trips. Unregulated tuition fees (where the UK government has not set a maximum fee to be charged) are generally charged annually and may increase each year you are on the programme. Any annual increase will be limited to a maximum of 5% of the previous year's fee. Regulated tuition fees (where the UK government has set a maximum fee to be charged) may also be subject to an annual increase. Any annual increase will be in line with the increase determined by the UK government. You will be notified of any increases in tuition fees at re-enrolment in the programme. Further information on tuition fees and payment options is contained in our Fees Policy .

3) Student ID Cards

To produce an ID card, we need a recent photograph of you that is not obscured and is a true likeness. We will either ask you to send us/upload a photograph in advance of enrolment or take one of you at the point of enrolment. The photograph will be held on our student records system for identification purposes by administrative, academic and security/reception staff. By accepting these Terms of Admittance you are confirming that you agree to your photograph being used in this way. If you object to your photograph being used in this way please contact the University Secretary via email at gov&[email protected] . You are required to provide proof of your identity at initial enrolment and prior to the issue of your UEL student ID card. This is usually a full and valid passport but instead of this you may bring two of the following:

• A (full or provisional) driving licence showing current address
• An international driving licence
• An original birth certificate (in English)
• A debit or credit card (one only)
• A benefit book or benefit award letter (dated within the last 3 months)
• An Armed Forces Identity card
• A police warrant card

You are required to carry and display your student ID card whilst on UEL premises and must keep it safe so that it is not misused by others.

4) Proof of qualifications

You are required to produce evidence of having satisfied the entry requirements for your programme. Such evidence must be in the form of the original certificates or certified notification of results from the examining body. All qualifications must be in English or supported by an official certified translation. If you fail to provide evidence of having satisfied the requirements for the programme you are liable to be withdrawn from the programme.

5) Non-academic entry requirements

You may need to demonstrate that you have met non-academic entry requirements prior to enrolment by providing additional information to UEL. For example, if you:-

• are under 18 years of age at the time of initial enrolment,
• are applying to a programme that requires health clearance for study as stated in the programme specification,
• have declared a relevant criminal conviction,
• will be studying a programme that involves contact with children and/or vulnerable adults or leads to membership in a professional body that deals with children and/or vulnerable adults.

You will not be permitted to enrol and any offer will be withdrawn if UEL deems that you are unsuitable for study following assessment of this additional information in line with published policies. These policies will be provided to you when the additional information is requested.

6) Criminal convictions

UEL has a responsibility to safeguard staff, students and the wider community. You are required to inform UEL of any relevant criminal convictions you have and provide further information relating to these as requested. This includes any relevant criminal convictions received whilst studying at UEL. UEL will assess all information received in line with published policies and may remove you from a programme if the conviction makes you unsuitable for study in UEL's opinion. Failure to declare a relevant criminal conviction or provide further information about you may result in expulsion from UEL.

7) Providing false information to UEL

If you are discovered to have falsified or misrepresented information presented to UEL at application, enrolment or during your studies, you may be expelled from UEL.

8) Continued enrolment and student status

You are expected to abide by all UEL policies and regulations, both those in force at the time of first and subsequent enrolment and as later revised and published from time to time. UEL reserves the right to make reasonable changes to its policies and regulations and any substantial amendments will be brought to your attention. You are also required to take personal responsibility for your studies; this includes undertaking all studies in support of your programme as prescribed by UEL. Key policies include: Manual of General Regulations This describes the general regulatory framework of UEL and gives information about how UEL confers its degrees, diplomas and certificates. It includes important information about academic performance requirements for continued study. Engagement Attendance Policy This outlines UEL's expectations of students in relation to attendance on and engagement with taught programmes. These students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and engage fully with learning materials and resources provided to them - failure to do so may result in withdrawal from module(s) and/or the programme. Code of Practice for Postgraduate Research Degrees The purpose of this code is to provide a framework for the successful organisation and implementation of good practice in all matters relating to postgraduate research degrees at UEL. It aims to ensure that all students are effectively supported and supervised so that the full scope and potential of their research is realised; that their thesis is submitted within regulatory periods and that they complete their programme with a suitable and sufficient portfolio of research and employment-related skills and competencies. Health and Safety Policy This describes the structures and processes by which UEL protects the health and safety of its staff, students and visitors. It confirms that students will receive sufficient information, instruction and induction in relation to health and safety. All students should take reasonable care of their health and safety. They must abide by UEL’s rules and regulations and cooperate with supervisors to enable them to fulfil their obligations. Students must not interfere intentionally, or recklessly misuse anything provided for health and safety. UEL has consulted with its students and staff and has adopted a No Smoking Policy to safeguard the health and well-being of its community. Students are required to comply with this policy which restricts smoking to designated shelters and prohibits the use of electronic cigarettes within any UEL building or near building entrances. For further information on our Healthy Campus initiatives and support please visit the Health and Safety pages . Student Disciplinary Regulations and Procedures (incorporating the student code of conduct) This code is more than a list of things that we should and should not do: it reminds us that we should always consider how our behaviour affects others. The code applies:

• to all students;
• at all sites throughout our estate, and;
• when we represent UEL on business beyond our campus, both in real (face-to-face) and virtual environments.

And outlines expectations of students:

• verbal and physical behaviour should always be polite and respectful;
• behaviour should not impair the engagement, learning or participation of others;
• anti-social behaviour by individuals and groups will not be tolerated.

9) Changes to scheduled programmes

UEL will take all reasonable steps to ensure that the programme of study that you have accepted will conform to the programme specification published on our website and will ensure that the necessary resources required to enable you to meet the required learning outcomes and pass the relevant assessments are available. In order to ensure that our programmes are current and relevant, they are subject to regular review. From time to time, to ensure the maintenance of academic standards and/or compliance with professional body requirements, it may be necessary to amend a module or make adjustments to programme content. Major changes to programmes that in the reasonable opinion of UEL, will have a significant impact on students will involve consultation with students already enrolled on the programme when the changes are proposed. Once any changes are confirmed, UEL will notify all students and applicants of the changes. When UEL reasonably considers that the change may only impact one or more cohorts on the relevant programme, UEL may decide to only consult with the relevant cohort. In the event that we discontinue a programme, we will normally permit existing students to complete the programme within the typical duration of study. In these circumstances, UEL will use reasonable endeavours to continue the programme for existing students without making major changes. If this is not possible, we will support students in changing to another UEL programme on which a place is available, and for which the student is suitably qualified, or assist with transfer to another HEI to complete the programme elsewhere.

10) Changes to these terms

We may change these terms from time to time where, in UEL's opinion, it will assist in the proper delivery of any programme of study or in order to:- (a) Comply with any changes in relevant laws and regulatory requirements; (b) Implement legal advice, national guidance or good practice; (c) Provide for new or improved delivery of any programme of study; (d) Reflect market practice; (e) In our opinion make them clearer or more favourable to you; (f) Rectify any error or mistake; or (g) Incorporate existing arrangements or practices. No variation or amendment to these Terms of Admittance may be made without our prior written agreement. In the event that we agree to transfer you to an alternative programme of study, the transfer will be considered to be a variation to the Terms of Admittance, which shall otherwise remain in full force and existence. If we revise the Terms of Admittance, we will publish the amended Terms of Admittance by such means as we consider reasonably appropriate. We will use reasonable endeavours to give you notice of any changes before they take effect.

11) Data Protection

UEL is committed to adhering to its obligations under the Data Protection Act 2018 and will act as a Data Controller when it processes your personal data. You can find our registration to the Data controller register on ico.org.uk . UEL processes your personal data to fulfil its contractual and legal obligations to students. Personal data that we process about you includes:

• Your contact details and other information submitted during the application and enrolment processes;
• Details of courses, modules, timetables and room bookings, assessment marks and examinations related to your study;
• Financial and personal information collected for the purposes of administering fees and charges, loans, grants, scholarships and hardship funds;
• Photographs, and video recordings for the purpose of recording lectures, student assessments and examinations and for the purposes of university promotion that is in our legitimate interest but still fair to you;
• Information about your engagement with the University such as attendance data and use of electronic services such as Moodle, Civitas and YourTutor;
• Contact details for next of kin to be used in an emergency;
• Details of those with looked-after status or those who have left the care system for the provision of support;
• Information related to the prevention and detection of crime and the safety and security of staff and students, including, but not limited to, CCTV recording and data relating to breaches of University regulations;

This is not an exhaustive list, for further information please refer to our fair processing notice pages on uel.ac.uk. In all of its data processing activities, UEL is committed to ensuring that the personal data it collects stores and uses will be processed in line with the data protection principles which can be summarised as:

• Being processed lawfully, fairly and in a transparent manner;
• Collected for specified, explicit and legitimate purposes;
• Adequate, relevant and limited to what is necessary;
• Accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date;
• Kept in a form which permits identification of data subjects for no longer than is necessary;
• Processed in a manner that ensures appropriate security of the personal information;
• Be accountable for, and be able to demonstrate compliance with, the six principles above.

Student Responsibilities You must ensure that:

• All personal data provided to UEL is accurate and up-to-date. You must ensure that changes of address etc. are notified to the Student Hub.
• Students who use UEL's computing facilities may process personal data as part of their studies. If the processing of personal data takes place, students must take responsibility for that processing activity to ensure that it is in line with the data protection principles above.
• Students who are undertaking research projects using personal data must ensure that:
• The research subject is informed of the nature of the research and is given a copy of UEL's Fair Processing Notice and this Data Protection Policy.

12) Legal basis for use of data

By agreeing to these Terms of Admittance and enrolling at UEL, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of a contract for the use of your personal data relating to your enrolment, and if appropriate, registration and ongoing participation in a programme of study. Your personal or special category data will be collected, processed, published and used by UEL, its online learning and teaching services and/or its partners and agents in ways which support the effective management of UEL and your programme of study, to allow for the delivery of bursary schemes and to support improvements to student experience and progression, and are consistent with: The terms of the Data Protection Act 2018; Any notification submitted to the Information Commissioner in accordance with this legislation; and compliance with any other relevant legislation. You have fundamental rights associated with how organisations use your personal data. Further information on data protection and use of your personal data can be found in our Data Protection Policy and on uel.ac.uk.

13) Intellectual property

You are entitled to the intellectual property rights created during your time studying at UEL that would belong to you under the applicable law. There are some programmes where the assignment of certain types of intellectual property to UEL is appropriate. UEL will require the assignment to it of intellectual property rights relating to postgraduate research that is part of an ongoing research programme. Where the nature of the research programme means that some assignment of intellectual property rights to UEL is appropriate, we will take what steps that we can to ensure that your interests are protected. UEL will take reasonable endeavours to ensure:-

• the scope of the assignment is narrow, and is restricted to what is necessary, for example, to protect UEL’s legitimate interests in the intellectual property created as party to a research programme;
• the application of the assignment is clearly defined so that it is clear to you in which circumstances the assignment will apply;
• where the assignment of the intellectual property is appropriate in the circumstances, we will take all reasonable steps to ensure that the rights of the parties are evenly balanced (for example, your work being acknowledged in a publication and, where appropriate, subject to an appropriate revenue sharing scheme)
• where UEL claims ownership of intellectual property rights in relation to a taught programme of study, such treatment of those rights will be made clear in the published information relating to that programme.

14) How we communicate with you

UEL will communicate with you via a variety of channels, including postal letters, e-mail, SMS text messages and online notices. To enable this, we request that you provide us with your e-mail address, postal address, and contact telephone number when you first enrol. Throughout your studies, it is important that you keep your contact details up to date. You can view and edit this information by logging into our student portal, UEL Direct at https://uel.ac.uk/Direct . We will create a UEL e-mail account for you after you enrol. Your e-mail address will be your student number, prefixed with a ‘u’ and followed by ‘@uel.ac.uk’ – e.g.: [email protected]. UEL will use this e-mail address to communicate with you and it is important that you regularly check and manage this mailbox for important updates and information. You can access your email account, plus information about our services, news and events by logging into our Intranet, intranet.uel.ac.uk. At the login screen, enter your email address (as above) and password. Your default UEL password will be your date of birth, formulated as DD-MMM-YY, e.g. 31-jan-84. Your UEL email account and associated UEL IT accounts will be deleted not more than 6 months after you graduate or withdraw from your programme of study (if earlier).  

15) University of East London Students' Union

The University of East London Students' Union (UELSU) represents students at UEL. By enrolling at UEL you are automatically granted membership of both UELSU and the National Union of Students (NUS). If you wish to opt out from this membership, please inform UELSU in writing at either [email protected]  or by writing to Chief Executive, UELSU, University of East London, Docklands Campus, 4-6 University Way, London E16 2RD. UELSU provides a range of services and support to students and can provide advice and representation on any matter affecting the contract between you and UEL. For further information on this support, please visit www.uelunion.org

16) Students studying at partner institutions

If you are undertaking a programme of study at a partner institution you will need to generally abide by the above terms and also those of the partner institution. Further information and support in understanding these terms is available from the Academic Partnership Office -  [email protected] .

17) International students - additional responsibilities

All international students must also comply with UK Visa and Immigration requirements. All international students are required to hold a valid visa which permits study in the UK or hold a Tier 4 visa/have applied for a Tier 4 visa with a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies issued by UEL. Students who are being sponsored under a Tier 4 student visa must also understand and comply with the responsibilities of their student visa and cooperate with UEL in fulfilling our Tier 4 duties .

18) Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

UEL is committed to working together to build a learning community founded on equality of opportunity – a learning community which celebrates the rich diversity of our student and staff populations and one in which discriminatory behaviour is challenged and not tolerated within our community. Within the spirit of respecting difference, our equality and diversity policies promise fair treatment and equality of opportunity for all regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability or religion/belief (or lack of). In pursuing this aim, we want our community to value and to be at ease with its own diversity and to reflect the needs of the wider community within which we operate. For further information on this inclusive approach to education please visit our Student Policies page .

19) Complaints

We welcome feedback on our programmes and services and facilitate this in a variety of ways, including programme committees, module evaluation forms and surveys. However, if you are dissatisfied with a particular service or programme or the manner in which it has been delivered, you must let the person responsible for that service know as we will always try to resolve matters at the earliest opportunity via informal conciliation. If you are unsure who to approach, please e-mail The Hub who will be able to direct your concerns appropriately. If you remain dissatisfied with a service or programme, or the manner in which it is delivered, you should refer to our formal complaints procedure to have the matter formally addressed. In addition, once you have enrolled on your programme, you will also have access to the Advice and Information Service offered by UELSU. This access is not available to students studying at partner institutions.

20) Cancellation

If you wish to cancel this contract within 14 days of enrolment in your programme, you must do so in writing. Any fees that you have paid will be refunded – please see the Fees Policy for further information on obtaining a refund.

21) Further guidance

If any of the information in these Terms of Admittance or related policies is unclear or if you have any questions, please contact The Hub for guidance on +44 (0) 208 223 4444 .

22) Right to advice

This is a consumer contract and you are able to obtain independent advice in relation to its terms and conditions from UELSU as well as your local Citizens Advice Bureau.  

23) General

Neither you nor UEL will be liable for failure to perform their obligations under these Terms of Admittance if such failure arises from unforeseeable events, circumstances or causes outside of that party's reasonable control. Examples of such events include, but are not limited to, war, terrorism, industrial disputes, natural disasters, fire and national emergencies. Only you and UEL are parties to these Terms of Admittance. No other person shall have any rights under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 to enforce any term of these Terms of Admittance. Failure or delay by you or UEL to exercise any right or remedy provided under this contract shall not constitute a waiver of that or any other right or remedy, nor shall it prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy. No single or partial exercise of such right or remedy shall prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy. These Terms of Admittance are governed by the law of England and Wales and you and UEL agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

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A PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the most common type of doctoral degree and the highest level of academic qualification you can achieve. 

It normally takes between three and four years of full-time work to complete. It is also possible to undertake a PhD part time, over five to six years.

The main activity of a PhD is to carry out an original research project under the direction of one or more supervisors, to be written up as a thesis.

Different routes to achieving a PhD

There are a number of ways to achieving a PhD at Imperial:

• by undertaking a course of study based on your own research proposal
• by joining a research project that comes with funding attached (known as a studentship)
• by combining it with Master's study in an integrated route that typically lasts four years

Pursuing your own research idea

To search for PhD opportunities based on your own research proposal you first need to identify a research group within Imperial whose area of expertise best matches your idea.

Use the links below to search the different PhD opportunities within our academic departments, centres and institutes. This includes information about current studentships and often guidance on finding a supervisor.

Our interdisciplinary approach means our expertise often spans departmental boundaries – and so do our courses – so you may find opportunities in an unexpected area of the university.

Faculty of Engineering

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Faculty of Natural Sciences

• Life Sciences
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• Centre for Environmental Policy

Imperial College Business School

• Doctoral programme

Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication

• PhD in Arabic, German, Italian, Russian and Spanish Studies
• PhD in science communication studies

Global Challenge institutes

We have six Global Challenge institutes, which were created to address some of society's biggest challenges.

If you have an idea for a PhD that falls within the remit of one of our Global Challenge institutes please contact them directly to discuss before making a formal application.

• Data Science Institute
• Grantham Institute – Climate Change and the Environment
• Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering
• Institute for Security Science and Technology
• Institute of Global Health Innovation

Energy Futures Lab  does not offer PhD programmes, but does deliver the  MSc in Sustainable Energy Futures .

Joint Academy of Doctoral Studies | Imperial College London-Technical University of Munich

We have recently formed  a strategic partnership in education, research and innovation  with the Technical University of Munich, one of Germany’s most international and entrepreneurial universities, producing highly ranked research, like Imperial, in science, engineering and medicine.

As part of the partnership, Imperial and TUM have launched a 'Joint Academy of Doctoral Studies' with the aim of co-developing cross-disciplinary clusters of PhD students who will have access to world-leading academic supervisors and state-of-the art facilities at both institutions.

The first round of the programme will focus on the theme of 'Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare and Robotics'.

Find out more about the Joint Academy of Doctoral Studies and apply

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Nyall R. London Jr. , MD , PhD

Skull base surgery, rhinology, sinus, and skull base surgery, rhinology and sinus surgery, otolaryngology.

• Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

4.9 of 5 stars

14 insurances accepted, primary academic title.

Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Dr. Nyall London’s clinical practice focuses on inflammatory sinonasal disease, skull base disorders, and malignancies of the skull base, sinonasal cavity, and oral cavity. This includes chronic rhinosinusitis and rhinitis, skull base defects such as encephalocele or cerebrospinal fluid leak, as well as malignancies including squamous cell carcinoma, olfactory neuroblastoma (esthesioneuroblastoma), and nasopharyngeal carcinomaborn.

Dr. London has published over 100 peer-reviewed research articles, reviews, and book chapters. This includes co-first author publications in Nature, Nature Medicine, Science Translational Medicine , and Nature Cell Biology . He directs a laboratory at the National Cancer Institute/National Institutes of Health focused on therapeutic advances and mechanisms of sinonasal tumorigenesis.

He received his bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from Brigham Young University followed by his M.D. Ph.D. from The University of Utah. Dr. London then completed his residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Johns Hopkins. He then completed a fellowship at The Ohio State University in open and endoscopic skull base surgery under the direction of Dr. Ricardo Carrau.

Centers and Institutes

• Comprehensive Brain Tumor Center
• Sinus Center
• Nyall London, M.D., Ph.D. | Sinus and Skull Base Surgeon
• Immunotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer Treatment
• Case Presentation: Sinonasal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
• Esthesioneuroblastoma: Angie‚Äôs Story

Additional Academic Titles

Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery

Selected Publications

Expression of Programmed Cell Death Ligand 1 and Associated Lymphocyte Infiltration in Olfactory Neuroblastoma . London NR Jr, Rooper LM, Bishop JA, Xu H, Bernhardt LJ, Ishii M, Hann CL, Taube JM, Izumchenko E, Gaykalova DA, Gallia GL. World Neurosurg. 135: 187-e193, 2020.

The genomics and epigenetics of olfactory neuroblastoma: A systematic review . Kaur RP, Izumchenko E, Blakaj DM, Mladkova N, Lechner M, Beaumont TL, Floudas CS, Gallia GL, London NR Jr. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol. 6(4): 721-728, 2021.

Clinical outcomes, Kadish-INSICA staging and therapeutic targeting of somatostatin receptor 2 in olfactory neuroblastoma . Lechner M, Takahashi Y, Turri-Zanoni M, Liu J, Counsell N, Hermsen M, Kaur RP, Zhao T, Ramanathan M Jr, Schartinger VH, Emanuel O, Helman S, Varghese J, Dudas J, Riechelmann H, Sprung S, Haybaeck J, Howard D, Engel NW, Stewart S, Brooks L, Pickles JC, Jacques TS, Fenton TR, Williams L, Vaz FM, O'Flynn P, Stimpson P, Wang S, Hannan SA, Unadkat S, Hughes J, Dwivedi R, Forde CT, Randhawa P, Gane S, Joseph J, Andrews PJ, Royle G, Franchi A, Maragliano R, Battocchio S, Bewicke-Copley H, Pipinikas C, Webster A, Thirlwell C, Ho D, Teschendorff A, Zhu T, Steele CD, Pillay N, Vanhaesebroeck B, Mohyeldin A, Fernandez-Miranda J, Park KW, Le QT, West RB, Saade R, Manes RP, Omay SB, Vining EM, Judson BL, Yarbrough WG, Sansovini M, Silvia N, Grassi I, Bongiovanni A, Capper D, Schüller U, Thavaraj S, Sandison A, Surda P, Hopkins C, Ferrari M, Mattavelli D, Rampinelli V, Facchetti F, Nicolai P, Bossi P, Henriquez OA, Magliocca K, Solares CA, Wise SK, Llorente JL, Patel ZM, Nayak JV, Hwang PH, Lacy PD, Woods R, O'Neill JP, Jay A, Carnell D, Forster MD, Ishii M, London NR Jr, Bell DM, Gallia GL, Castelnuovo P, Severi S, Lund VJ, Hanna EY. Eur J Cancer. 162: 221-236, 2022.

Combinatorial Natural Killer Cell-based Immunotherapy Approaches Selectively Target Chordoma Cancer Stem Cells. Hoke ATK, Padget MR, Fabian KP, Nandal A, Gallia GL, Bilusic M, Soon-Shiong P, Hodge JW, London NR Jr. Cancer Res Commun. 1(3): 127-139, 2021.

Evaluation of the Incidence of Human Papillomavirus-Associated Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Sinonasal Tract Among US Adults. London NR Jr, Windon MJ, Amanian A, Zamuner FT, Bishop J, Fakhry C, Rooper LM.JAMA Netw Open. 2023 Feb 1;6(2):e2255971. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.55971.PMID: 36787144

• Top Doctor 2023, Bethesda Magazine, 6/1/23
• Frank Coulson, Jr. Award for Clinical Excellence, Johns Hopkins Medicine, 1/1/18
• Duane Sewell Resident Award for Exemplary Professionalism and Humanitarianism, Johns Hopkins Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 1/1/18
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Johns hopkins university school of medicine, university of utah school of medicine, board certifications.

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• Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
• Point Comfort Underwriters
• Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
• UnitedHealthcare
• Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Great visit!

Excellent Dr. I would absolutely recommend this doctor to anyone in need. Top in his field.

Excellent doctor

Complex issue needed more thorough explanation.

Dr. London provided outstanding service.

Both he and his resident were very thorough in examining my history and current concerns and providing a regimen of care.

Always prepared, easy to talk to.

Dr London was great. I am confident he can help me.

Dr. Nyall London is always very thorough and attentive, and kind, and that is no surprise. He saved my life helping me getting rid of a nasal tumor and has always been available for help when I needed him. He's special being.

Dr London is very knowledgeable and professional. Very patiently explained the situation.

Dr. London has taken good care of my problem, effects of adenoid carcinoma, soon after surgery

Dr. London was very thorough with my exam and any questions I had. I trust his words and his care

Dr London is always kind and caring, as well as extremely competent in his practice.

Knowledge, attentive, friendly, easy to talk to

Very cognizant of my time.

Dr London is the best

Dr Nyall London was very good. Listened to me attentively

Dr. London is professional and a great provider.

Dr. London is the best provider helping me with my cancer treatment.

Extraordinary bedside manner and expertise

I think Dr London is a wonderful Doctor

Very knowledgeable and personable and able to help me think through options.

Resident doctor was very good.

Dr London is excellent, listen, explain and does a thorough exam of my tonsil and throat following my radiation treatment.

Dr London is very thorough and won't stop investigating until the cause of my symptoms has been determined. He's friendly and speaks to me in terms I understand and explains why he's doing what he's doing.

Took interest and was interested in my situation

Dr. London & Dr. Nellis are the best! Couldn't ask for better.

Dr London is awesome! I always feel confident leaving the visit.

Very kind, knowledgeable, great listener, and very caring.

Dr London is always professional, kind and understanding.

The doctor seemed very competent and experienced. I felt very well taken care of. My health problems were taken seriously and the treatment suggested seems effective and reasonable so far.

Patient and nice

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Davis Polk Adds A&O Shearman Private Equity Partner in London

By Meghan Tribe

Davis Polk & Wardwell is hiring A&O Shearman private equity partner Gordon Milne as part of the Wall Street firm’s build of its London office.

Milne spent more than two decades with London’s Allen & Overy before it merged with New York’s Shearman & Sterling in May. He’ll work in Davis Polk’s corporate practice.

“Gordon is highly respected in the market and represents an important step in the execution of our strategy to build out our UK private equity capabilities,” Davis Polk managing partner Neil Barr said in a statement Tuesday.

US firms have seized on the opportunity to grow their ranks in London, once dominated by UK’s Magic Circle elite law firms. “We have identified our London office as an area ripe for growth,” Barr said in the statement.

Earlier this year, the firm picked up Luke McDougall , co-head of global finance head at Paul Hastings.

Milne advises private equity houses, financial sponsors and their portfolio companies on cross-border M&A and corporate finance transactions, including carve-outs and public-to-private takeovers.

He plans to help the firm “further develop the private equity platform in London,” Milne said in the statement.

To contact the reporter on this story: Meghan Tribe in New York at [email protected]

To contact the editors responsible for this story: John Hughes at [email protected]

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LSE Law School students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2022/23:

Dr Sina Akbari ‘Normative Dimensions of the Practice of Private Law’ Supervisors: Dr Charlie Webb and Dr Emmanuel Voyiakis

Dr Stephanie  Claßmann ‘What we do to each other: criminal law for political realists’ Supervisors:  Professor Nicola Lacey and Professor Peter Ramsay  

Dr Raphael Girard 'Populism, Law and the Courts: Space and Time and in an Age of “Constitutional Impatience' Supervisors:   Dr Jo Murkens  and  Dr Jacco Bomhoff

Dr Rachna Matabudul   'Tax treaty dispute resolution: lessons from the law of the sea'  Supervisors:   Mr Eduardo Baistrocchi and Dr Andrew Summers

Dr Tanmay Misra ‘The Invention of Corruption: India and the License Raj’ Supervisors:  Professor Susan Marks and Professor Stephen Humphreys

Dr Mireia Garcés De Marcilla Musté ‘Designing, Fixing, and Mutilating the Vulva:  Exploring the Meanings of Vulval Cutting’ Supervisors:  Professor Emily Jackson and Professor Nicola Lacey

Dr Mattia Pinto ‘Human Rights as Sources of Penality‘ Supervisors: Professor Peter Ramsay  and  Professor Conor Gearty

Dr Morris Schonberg ‘The Notion of Selective Advantage in EU State Aid Law – An Equality of Opportunity Approach’ Supervisors:   Dr Pablo Ibáñez Colomo and Dr Orla Lynskey

Dr Aleks Stipanovich (Bojovic) 'Environmental Assessment of Trade: Origins and Critiques of Effectiveness' Supervisors:  Professor Veerle Heyvaert  and Professor Andrew Lang

Dr John Taggart 'Examining the role of the intermediary in the criminal justice system' Supervisors:   Dr Meredith Rossner  and  Dr Abenaa Owusu-Bempah

Dr Francesca Uberti 'Vaccine Opposition in the Information Age: A Study on Online Activism and DIY Citizenship' Supervisors:   Professor Emily Jackson and Professor Linda Mulcahy

LSE Law School students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2021/22:

Dr Irene Claeys 'The construction of a Regulatory Risk Device: an Examination of the Historical Emergence and Performative Effects of the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision’s Market Risk Framework' Supervisors :    Professor Andrew Lang  and  Dr Stephen Humphreys

Dr Alex Damianos 'Ratifying the Anthropocene: A study of the Anthropocene Working Group’s ongoing effort to formalize the Anthropocene as a geologic unit of the Geologic Time Scale' Supervisors:  Dr Stephen Humphreys and Professor Alain Pottage

Dr Jonathan Fisher 'Mandatory self-reporting of criminal conduct by a company: corporate rights and engaging the privilege against self-incrimination' Supervisors :  Professor Jeremy Horder  and  Professor David Kershaw

Dr Ilan Gafni ‘Rethinking the Negligence Liability of Public Authorities in English Law’ Supervisors:   Professor Thomas Poole  and  Dr Emmanuel Voyiakis

Dr Benjamin Goh 'The Literary Unconscious: Rereading Authorship and Copyright with Kant’s "On the Wrongfulness of Reprinting" (1785)' Supervisors : Professor Alain Pottage and Dr Stephen Humphreys

Dr Joanne Sonin  'The evolution of the shareholder: legal change, deflection, and constancy'  Supervisors: Professor David Kershaw and Mr Edmund Schuster

LSE Law School students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2020/21:

Dr Fatima Ahdash 'Examining the Recent Interaction Between Family Law and Counter-Terrorism' Supervisors:   Professor Conor Gearty , Professor Emily Jackson and Dr Peter Ramsay

Dr Mackenzie Common 'The implications of social media content moderation for human rights and the rule of law' Supervisors:   Professor Conor Gearty and Professor Andrew Murray

Dr Geetanjali Ganguly 'Towards a transnational law of climate change: transnational litigation at the boundaries of science and law' Supervisors:   Professor Veerle Heyvaert and Dr Stephen Humphreys

Dr Priya Gupta 'Leveraging the city: urban governance in financial capitalism' Supervisors: Dr Tatiana Flessas and Professor Alain Pottage 

Dr Callum Musto 'States’ regulatory powers and the turn to public law in international investment law and arbitration' Supervisors: Dr Jan Kleinheisterkamp and  Professor Andrew Lang

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2019/20:

Dr Martin Clark 'The international and domestic in British legal thought from Gentili to Lauterpacht' Supervisors:  Professor Gerry Simpson and Professor Tom Poole    

Dr Sroyon Mukherjee 'Context-driven choices: environmental valuation in the courtroom'   Supervisors: Professor Veerle Heyvaert ,   Dr Margot Salomon and Dr Tatiana Flessas

Dr Wendy Teeder 'Judicial review and the vanishing trial' Supervisors:  Professor Linda Mulcahy and Dr Meredith Rossner

Dr Zlatin Zlatev 'Approaches towards the concept of non-pecuniary losses deriving from breach of contract' Supervisors:  Dr Charlie Webb  and  Dr Solène Rowan

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2018/19:

Dr Jacob Bronsther 'Long-term incarceration and the moral limits of punishment' Supervisiors:  Professor Nicola Lacey and Professor Peter Ramsay

Dr Tor Krever 'The ideological origins of piracy in international thought' Supervisors:  Professor Susan Marks  and  Dr Stephen Humphreys

Dr Dagmar Myslinska 'Not quite white: the gap between EU rhetoric and the experience of Poles’ mobility to the UK' Supervisors:  Professor Nicola Lacey and Dr Coretta Phillips

Dr Signe Rehling Larsen 'The European Union as a federation: a constitutional analysis' Supervisors:  Professor Martin Loughlin  and  Dr Michael Wilkinson

Dr Dvora Liberman 'Conductors of the legal system: An oral history study of the everyday lives of the crown court clerks form 1972-2015' Supervisors:  Professor Linda Mulcahy  and Rob Perks (British Library)

Dr Barbara Pick 'Empirical analysis of geographical indications in France and Vietnam: opportunities and constraints' Supervisors:  Professor Alain Pottage and Dr Dev Gangjee

Dr Rafael Lima Sakr 'Law and lawyers in the making of regional trade regimes: the rise and fall of legal doctrines on the international trade law and governance of south-north regionalism' Supervisors:  Dr Jan Kleinheisterkamp  and Professor Andrew Lang 

Dr Ryan Stones 'EU competition law and the rule of law: justification and realisation' Supervisors:  Professor Martin Loughlin  and  Professor Pablo Ibanez Colomo  

Dr Rebecca Sutton 'The international humanitarian actor as ‘Civilian Plus’: The circulation of the idea of distinction in international law' Supervisors:   Professor Gerry Simpson  and  Dr Devika Hovell

Dr Sarah Trotter 'On coming to terms: how European human rights law imagines the human condition' Supervisors:  Professor Damian Chalmers and Dr Kai Möller

Dr Moiz Tundawala 'In the shadow of swaraj: constituent power and the Indian political' Supervisors:  Professor Martin Loughlin  and  Dr Thomas Poole

Dr David Vitale 'Political trust and the enforcement of constitutional social rights' Supervisors:  Dr Jo Murkens  and  Professor Thomas Poole

Dr Sally Ann Way 'Human rights from the Great Depression to the Great Recession: The United States, 'western' liberalism and the shaping of the economic and social rights in international law' Supervisors:  Professor Susan Marks  and  Dr Margot Salomon

Dr Aaron Wu 'Sustaining International Law: history, nature, and the politics of global ordering'  Supervisors:  Professor Susan Marks  and  Dr Stephen Humphreys  

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2017/18:

Dr Michael Akpomiemie 'The social context of business and the tax system'     Supervisors:   Eduardo Baistrocchi  and  Ian Roxan

Dr Bernard Keenan 'Interception: Law, Media, and Techniques' Supervisors :  Alain Pottage  and  Professor Conor Gearty

Dr Kate Leader 'Fifteen stories: litigants in person in the civil justice system' Supervisors:  Professor Nicola Lacey   and  Professor Linda Mulcahy

Dr Sally Zhu 'Law embodied: re-imagining a material legal normativity'      Supervisors:  Dr Emmanuel Melissaris and  Dr Michael Wilkinson

Dr Velimir Zivkovic 'International investment protection and the national rule of law: A normative framework for a new approach' Supervisors:  Dr Jan Kleinheisterkamp and  Dr Chris Thomas

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2016/17:

Dr Samuel Tschorne Venegas 'The theoretical turn in British public law scholarship' Supervisors :  Professor Martin Loughlin  and Professor Damian Chalmers

Dr Simon Witney 'The Corporate governance of private equity-backed companies' Supervisors :  Professor David Kershaw  and Dr Carsten Gerner-Beuerle

Dr Henrietta Zeffert 'Home and international law' Supervisors:  Professor Susan Marks  and  Professor Linda Mulcahy

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2015/16:

Dr Jarleth Burke 'A market and government failure critique of services of general economic interest: testing the centrality and strictness of Article 106(2) TFEU' Supervisors:  Dr Pablo Ibanez Colomo  and  Dr Andrew Scott

Dr Marie Burton 'Calling for Justice: Comparing telephone and face-to-face advice in social welfare legal aid' Supervisors:   Professor Linda Mulcahy  and  Dr Jo Braithwaite

Dr Anna Chadwick 'Financial speculation, hunger and the global food crisis: whither regulation' Supervisors:   Professor Susan Marks  and Professor Andrew Lang

Dr Ailbhe O’Loughlin 'Balancing rights? Personality disordered offenders, the public and the promise of rehabilitation' Supervisors:   Professor Jill Peay  and  Dr Peter Ramsay

Dr Anne Saab 'Towards a new food regime? Legal inquiries into climate-ready seeds and hunger' Supervisors:   Professor Susan Marks  and  Dr Stephen Humphreys

Dr Orly Stern 'The principle of distinction and women in African conflict' Supervisors:   Professor Christine Chinkin  and  Dr Chaloka Beyani

Dr Chieh Wang 'Sexuality, gender, justice and law: rethinking normative heterosexuality and sexual justice from the perspectives of queer humanist men and masculinities studies' S upervisors:  Professor Hugh Collins and  Dr Manolis Melissaris

Dr Susannah Willcox 'Climate change inundation and Atoll Island states: implications for human rights, self-determination and statehood' Supervisors:  Dr Margot Salomon  and Professor Leif Wenar

Dr Elena Zaccaria 'Proprietary rights in indirectly held securities: legal risks and future challenges' Supervisors:  Professor Michael Bridge and  Dr Eva Micheler

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2014/15:

Dr Sinead Agnew 'What we talk about when we talk about conscience: the meaning and function of conscience in commercial law doctrince' Supervisors:  Dr Charlie Webb  and Professor Sarah Worthington

Dr Saskia King 'Agreements that restrict competition by object under Article 101(1) TFEU: past, present and future' Supervisors:  Professor Giorgio Monti and  Dr Andrew Scott

Dr Dean Knight 'Vigilance and restraint in the common law of judicial review: scope, grounds, intensity, context' Supervisors :  Professor Martin Loughlin  and  Dr Thomas Poole

Dr Robert Knox 'A critical examination of the concept of imperialism in Marxist and third world approaches to international law' Supervisor:  Professor Susan Marks

Dr Ewan McGaughey 'Participation in Corporate Governance' Supervisor:  Professor David Kershaw

Dr Mark Searl 'A Normative Theory of International Law Based on New Natural Law Theory' Supervisors:   Dr. Emmanuel Melissaris  and  Dr Stephen Humphreys

Dr Yin Xiao 'Analysing the Enforcement Dimension of Regulatory Competition: A Cultural Institutionalist Approach' Supervisors:  Professor Julia Black  and Professor Francis Snyder

Dr Keina Yoshida 'The cinematic jurisprudence of gender crimes: the ICTY and film' Supervisors:   Professor Linda Mulcahy  and  Professor Christine Chinkin

Dr Zhanwei Zang

'Law, state and society in the PRC: a case study of family planning regulation implementation at grassroots level in rural China' Supervisors:  Professor Tim Murphy  and Dr Helen Reece

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2013/14:

Dr Helen Coverdale 'Punishing with care: treating offenders as equal persons in criminal punishment' Supervisors:  Professor Nicola Lacey  and  Dr Peter Ramsay  and Professor Anne Phillips

Dr Johanna Jacques 'From Nomus to Hegung: war captivity and international order' Supervisors:  Professor Tim Murphy  and  Mr Alain Pottage

Dr Nicolas Lamp 'Lawmaking in the Multilateral Trading System' Supervisors:  Dr Andrew Lang and  Mr Alain Pottage

Dr Charles Majinge 'The United Nations, The African Union and the rule of law in Southern Sudan' Supervisors:  Dr Chaloka Beyani  and  Professor Christine Chinkin

Dr Vladimir Meerovitch 'Investor Protection and equity markets: an evaluation of private enforcement of related party transactions in Russia' Supervisor:  Professor David Kershaw

Dr Karla O'Regan 'Beyond Illusion: A juridical genealogy of consent in criminal and medical law' Supervisor:  Professor Susan Marks

Dr Megan Pearson 'Religious exemptions to equality laws: reconciling religious freedom with gay rights' Supervisors:  Professor Conor Gearty  and  Dr Kai Moller

Dr Nicolas Perrone 'The International Investment Regime and Foreign Investors' Rights: Another View of a Popular Story' Supervisors:  Dr Andrew Lang and Dr Ken Shadlen

Dr Yaniv Roznai 'Unconstitutional constitutional amendments: a study of the nature and limits of constitutional amendment powers' Supervisors :  Professor Martin Loughlin  and  Dr Thomas Poole

Dr Amarjit Singh 'Compliance requirements under International Law: the illustration of human rights compliance in international projects' Supervisor:  Professor Christine Chinkin

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2012/13:

Dr Perveen Ali 'States in crisis: sovereignty, humanitarianism and refugee protection in the aftermath of the 2003 Iraq war' Supervisors:  Dr Chaloka Beyani  and  Dr Margot Salomon

Dr Kirsten Campbell 'The justice of humans: humanitarian crimes and the laws of war' Supervisors:   Dr Stephen Humphreys  and  Professor Nicola Lacey

Dr Zelia Gallo 'The penalty of politics: punishment in contemporary Italy 1970-2000' Supervisors:  Professor Nicola Lacey  and  Dr Peter Ramsay

Dr Ugljesa Grusic 'The international employment contract; ideal, reality and regulatory function of European private international law of employment  Supervisor:  Professor Hugh Collins and  Dr Jan Kleinheisterkamp

Dr Chi Hsing Ho ' Socio-legal perspectives on biobanking: the case of Taiwan' Supervisors :  Professor Tim Murphy

Dr Mary Catherine Lucey 'The interface between competition law and the restraint of trade doctrine for professionals: understanding its evolution and proposing its solution' Supervisor:  Professor Hugh Collins

Dr Sabina Manea Instrumentalising Property: An Analysis of Rights in the EU Emissions Trading System Supervisors:  Professor Julia Black  and  Dr Veerle Heyvaert

Dr Udoka Nwosu 'Head of state immunity in international law' Supervisor:  Dr Chaloka Beyani

Dr Daniel Wang 'Can litigation promote fairness in Healthcare? The judicial review of rationing decisions in Brazil and England.' Supervisors:  Professor Conor Gearty  and  Dr Thomas Poole

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2011/12:

Dr Luis Barroso 'The Problems and the Controls of the New Administrative State of the EU' Supervisors:  Professor Julia Black  and Professor Damian Chalmers

Dr Paul Benral 'Do deficiencies in data privacy threaten ourautonomy and if so, can informational privacy rights meet this threat?' Supervisors:  Professor Conor Gearty  and  Professor Andrew Murray

Dr Paraskevi Boukli 'Imaginary penalities: reconsidering anti-trafficking discourses and technologies' Supervisors:  Professor Christine Chinkin  and  Professor Susan Marks

Dr Isabel Calich 'The impact of globalisation on the position of developing countries in the international tax system' Supervisor:  Ian Roxan

Dr Benjamin Dille Ill fares the land: the legal consequences of land confiscations by the Sandinista Government of Nicaragua,1979-1990 Supervisor:  Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Seema Farazi 'Nuclear Threats and Military Responses' Supervisors:  Professor Christine Chinkin  and  Professor Susan Marks

Dr Eyal Geva 'Corporate and Corporate Insolvency Restructuring: Employee Voice in an Anglo-American Perspective' Supervisor:  Professor Vanessa Finch

Dr David Hood 'What model for regulating employee discipline and grievances most effectively supports the policy objective of partnership at work?' Supervisors:  Professor Hugh Collins and  Professor David Kershaw

Dr Matthew John 'Rethinking the Secular State: Perspective on Constitutional Law in Post-Colonial India' Supervisors :  Professor Martin Loughlin  and  Professor Tim Murphy

Dr Andreas Kotsakis 'The Biological Diversity Complex: A History of Environmental Government' Supervisors:   Dr Veerle Heyvaert  and  Professor Martin Loughlin

Dr Emily Laidlaw  'Internet Gatekeepers, Human Rights and Corporate Social Responsibilities'  Supervisors :  Professor Conor Gearty  and  Professor Andrew Murray

Dr Jeffrey Benjamin Meyers 'Toward a Negri-inspired theory of c/Constitution: A Canadian case study' Supervisors:  Professor Tim Murphy  and  Dr Igor Stramignoni

Dr Abhijit Pandya  'Coherence and Interpretations of the Fair and Equitable Treatment Standard in Investment Treaty Arbitration' Supervisors:  Dr Andrew Lang and  Dr Jan Kleinheisterkamp

Dr Lorenzo Sasso 'Capital structure and corporate governance: the role of hybrid financial instruments' Supervisors:  Professor Paul Davies and  Dr Eva Micheler

Dr Chenwei Zhu   'Authoring Collaborative Projects: A Study of Intellectual Property and Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) Licensing Schemes from a Relational Contract Perspective' Supervisors :  Anne Barron  and  Professor Linda Mulcahy

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2010/11:

Dr Miguel Correia 'The Taxation of Corporate Groups Under a Corporation Income Tax: An Interdisciplinary and Comparative Tax Law Analysis.' Supervisor:  Ian Roxan

Dr Christine Evans 'The Right to Reparations in International Law for Victims of Armed Conflict: Convergence of Law and Practice?' Supervisors:   Dr Margot Salomon  and  Professor Gerry Simpson

Dr Emily Haslam 'Between Consent and Contestation: Civil Society, Justice and International Criminal Law' Supervisors:   Dr Margot Salomon  and  Professor Gerry Simpson

Dr Guoming Li 'The Constitutional relationship between China and Hong Kong: a study of the status of Hong Kong in China's system of government under the principle of "one country, two systems"'  Supervisors:   Professor Martin Loughlin  and  Professor Tim Murphy

Dr Jiabo Liu 'Copyright Expansion and Industrial Growth : A Case Study of the UK Book Publishing Industry'  Supervisor:   Professor Andrew Murray

Dr David Mangan Thesis Title: 'Challenges of Change: Teachers, Government and Reform' Supervisors:  Professor David Kershaw , Dr Julian Fulbrook and Dr Bob Simpson.

Dr Charlotte Peevers 'Justifying Force: From the Suez Crisis to the Iraq War' Supervisors:  Dr Andrew Lang and Ms Anthea Roberts

Dr Stephanie Roberts 'The Decision Making Process of Appeals Against Conviction in the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division)' Supervisor:   Professor Andrew Murray

Dr Edite Ronnen 'Mediation in a Conflict Society. An Ethnographic View on Mediation Processes in Israel.' Supervisor: Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Matteo Solinas 'Legal evolution and hybridization: The law shares transfer in England' Supervisors:  Dr Eva Micheler  and  Professor David Kershaw

Dr Kraijakr Thiratayakinant 'Multilateral supervision of regional trade agreements: developing countries' perspectives' Supervisors: Professor Francis Snyder and Dr Andrew Lang

Dr Qianlan Wu 'Competition Laws, Globalization and Legal Pluralism: China's Experience' Supervisors:  Dr Andrew Lang and Professor Francis Snyder

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2009/10:

Dr Ely Aharonson The Role of'Pro-Black' Criminalization Policy in Enabling and Contraining the Mobilization of Eqalitarian Racial Reform, US 1669-2008 Supervisors:   Professor Robert Reiner  and  Professor Nicola Lacey

Dr Matthias Boizard 'The Sell-Out Right as an Agency Control Mechanism' Supervisor : Professor Paul Davies

Dr Alan Brady 'A Structural, Institutionally Sensitive Model of Proportionality and Deference Under the Human Rights Act 1998' Supervisor:   Professor Conor Gearty  and  Dr Manolis Melissaris

Dr Reza Djojosugito 'The Role of Project Financing in Promoting Transfer of Technology (for the Microelectronic Industry in Indonesia)' Supervisor :  Sir Ross Cranston FBA

Dr Martin Dumas 'On Limitations to the Transformative Power of Consumocratic Law: The Paradigmatic Case of Rugmark.' Supervisors:  Professor Tim Murphy  and  Professor Julia Black

Dr Elizabeth Franey 'Immunity, Individuals and International Law. Which Individuals are Immune from the Jurisdiction of National Courts under International Law? ' Supervisor : Professor Christopher Greenwood and  Dr Chaloka Beyani

Dr Debbie De Girolamo 'The Fugitive Identity of Mediation: Negotiations, Shift Changes and Allusionary Action.' Supervisors:  Professor Simon Roberts and Professor Mike Redmayne

Dr Panagiotis Kapotas 'Positive action as a means to achieve full and effective equality in Europe. ' Supervisor : Professor Hugh Collins and  Dr Thomas Poole

Dr Demetra Pappas 'The Politics of Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide: A Comparative Case Study of Emerging Criminal Law and the Criminal Trials of Jack "Dr.Death" Kevorkian.' Supervisors:   Professor Robert Reiner  and Professor Paul Rock

Dr Heba Shahein 'The Development of Competition Law and Policy in Egypt: National and International Factors ' Supervisor : Mr Giorgio Monti and  Dr Andrew Scott

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2008/09:

Dr Aseel Al-Ramahi

'Competing Rationalities: The Evolution of Arbitration in Commercial Disputes in Modern Jordan ' Supervisor : Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Natalia Andreicheva 'The Role of Legal Capital Rules in Creditors Protection: Contrasting the Demands of Western Market Economies with Ukraine's Transitional Economy' Supervisor : Professor Sarah Worthington

Dr Marina Brilman 'Georges Canguilhem: Norms and Knowledge in the Life Sciences' Supervisor :  Mr Alain Pottage  and  Dr Emmanuel Melissaris

Dr Alejandro Chehtman 'The Morality of Extraterritorial Punishment' Supervisor :  Professor Gerry Simpson  and Professor Mike Redmayne and Professor Cecile Fabre 

Dr Heather Harrison-Dinniss 'The status and use of computer network attacks in international humanitarian law'  Supervisor : Professor Christopher Greenwood

Dr Kati Kulovesi 'The WTO Dispute Settlement System and the challenge of environment and legitimacy' Supervisor:   Dr Veerle Heyvaert

Dr Indianna Minto 'The role of incumbent firms in telecommunications reform: the case of Jamaica and Ireland' Supervisors:   Professor Robert Baldwin  and Professor Damian Chalmers

Dr Michael Reynolds 'Caseflow Management: A Rudimentary Referee Process, 1919-70' Supervisor : Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Jaejin Shim 'The right to equality of workers' Supervisor : Professor Hugh Collins

Dr John Upton 'The Constitutional Thought of Joseph de Maistre' Supervisor :  Professor Martin Loughlin  and Dr Tim Hochstrasse

Dr Marisa Vallely 'Mediation and Conciliation in disputes about special educational needs: Proportionate dispute resolution or justice on the cheap?' Supervisor:   Professor Jill Peay

Dr Ting Xu 'Property rights, governance and socio-economic transformation: the revival of private property and its limits in Post-Mao China' Supervisors:   Professor Tim Murphy  and  Dr Tatiana Flessas

Dr Benjamin Yu Min Yong 'Becoming national: contextualising the construction of the New Zealand Nation-State' Supervisor:   Professor Martin Loughlin

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2007/08:

Dr George Chifor 'Cutting Down the Law to Seize the Devil: Exploring the Relationship between Legality and Legitimacy in the Context of Humanitarian Intervention'  Supervisor :  Professor Gerry Simpson

Dr Sung Soo Hong 'The Regulatory Dilemma in Human Rights: The Status and Role of the National Human Rights Institution' Supervisors:   Professor Tim Murphy  and  Professor Martin Loughlin

Dr Manuel Iturralde 'Punishment and Authoritarian Liberalism: the Politics of Emergency Criminal Justice in Colombia (1984-2006)' Supervisors:   Professor Nicola Lacey  and  Professor Tim Murphy

Dr Michail Kritikos 'Institutions and Science in the Authorization of GMO Releases in the European Union (1990-2007): The False Promise of Proceduralism' Supervisor:  Professor Damian Chalmers and  Dr Veerle Heyvaert

Dr Arlie Loughnan 'Mental Incapacity Defences in Criminal Law' Supervisors:   Professor Nicola Lacey  and  Professor Jill Peay

Dr Duncan Matthews 'Characterising EC Regulation: Emulation, Innovation, Re-regulation' Supervisor:   Professor Robert Baldwin

Dr Guenael Mettraux 'Command responsibility in international law - the boundaries of criminal liability for military commanders and civilian leaders' Supervisor : Professor Christopher Greenwood

Dr Daryl Mundis 'The Law of Naval Exclusion Zones' Supervisor :  Professor Christopher Greenwood

Dr Chidi Odinkalu   'Regional integration and Human Rights in Africa' Supervisor :  Dr Chaloka Beyani

Dr Anestis Papadopoulos  'The Role of the Competition Law and Policy of the EU in the Formation of International Agreements on Competition' Supervisor: Giorgio Monti

Dr Wei Shen 'Beyond the New York Convention' Supervisor : Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Charlie Webb 'Property, Unjust Enrichment and Restitution' Supervisor:  Professor Sarah Worthington

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2006/07:

Dr Tola Amodu   'The transformation of planning agreements as regulatory instruments in land-use planning in the twentieth century.' Supervisor   Professor Martin Loughlin

Dr Louise Arimatsu 'Defences in International Criminal Law' Supervisor :  Professor Gerry Simpson

Dr Ruke Dukes 'Workplace worker representation in Germany and the UK: from industrial democracy to partnership' Supervisor : Paul Davies

Dr Christian HjiPanayi   'Double Taxation, Tax Treaties, Treaty Shopping and the European Community' Supervisor :  Dr Ian Roxan

Dr Chieh Huang  State-Trading Countries in the World Trade Organisation - A Case study of Trading Rights Reform in China   Supervisor:  Professor Francis Snyder

Dr Bisher Khasawneh   'An appraisal of the right of return and compensation of Jordanian nationals of Palestinian origin and Jordan's right under international law, to bring claims relating thereto, on their behalf to and against Israel and to seek compensation as a host state in light of the conclusion of the Jordan-Israel peace treaty of 1994.' Supervisor:   Professor Christopher Greenwood

Dr Despina Kyprianou 'The role of the Cyprus Attorney General's Office in Prosecutions: Rhetoric, Ideology and Practice.' Supervisor:   Professor Jill Peay

Dr Virginia Mantouvalou 'Labour Rights under the European Convention on Human Rights' Supervisor : Professor Hugh Collins

Dr Kris Panijpan   'Market dynamics in corporate governance: Lessons from recent developments in English Law' Supervisor:   Professor Tim Murphy

Dr Jungwon Park Minority rights constraints on a State's power to regulate citizenship under international law. Supervisor :  Dr Chaloka Beyani

Law Department students awarded their PhD in the academic session 2005/06:

Dr Shane Bryans 'Prison Governance: An exploration of the changing role and duties of the prison governor in HM Prison Service.' Supervisor :  Professor Robert Reiner

Dr Philip Chang 'Sociological economic analysis of law: A theoretical framework for understanding the correlative aspects of law and economics' Supervisor : Professor Hugh Collins Dr Caitriona Drew 'Population Transfer: The Untold Story of the International Law of Self-Determination' Supervisor :  Professor Christine Chinkin

Dr Jesse Elvin 'Political Correctness, Feminism and Law Reform in England' Supervisor :  Professor Christine Chinkin

Dr Zeina Ghandour   'Indirect rule in Mandate Palestine' Supervisor : Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Gus Van Harten 'The emerging system of international investment arbitration' Supervisor :  Professor Martin Loughlin

Dr Kirsten Lampe 'Human rights in the context of EU foreign policy and enlargement' Supervisor :  Dr Chaloka Beyani

Dr Shay Menuchin 'The Dilemma of International Tax Arbitrage: A comparative analysis using the cases of hybrid financial instruments and cross border leasing.' Supervisor :  Dr Ian Roxan

Dr Everard Phillips 'Recognising the language of calypso as "Symbolic Action" in Resolving Conflict in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago' Supervisor : Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Rod Rastan 'Closing the Enforcement Gap: The International Criminal Court and National Authorities .' Supervisor :  Professor Christopher Greenwood

Dr Tamara Relis 'Parallel worlds of disputes and mediation' Supervisor : Professor Simon Roberts

Dr Iyiola Solanke 'The evolution of anti-racial discrimination law in England, Germany and the European Union' Supervisor :  Professor Nicola Lacey

Dr Charlotte Steinorth 'Democratic Governance and International Law: Ideas and Realities' Supervisor :  Dr Chaloka Beyani

Dr Stephen Tully 'Corporations and International Lawmaking'

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