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THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
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Course type.
The Edinburgh Law School is a vibrant, collegial and enriching community of legal, sociolegal and criminology researchers and offers an excellent setting for doctoral research.
Our doctoral researchers are key to the School’s research activities, and we work hard to ensure that they are fully engaged with staff and projects across all of our legal disciplines.
You will find opportunities in the following fields: company and commercial law; comparative law; constitutional and administrative law; criminal law; criminology and criminal justice.
Upon completion of the PhD, the majority of our students progress to postdoctoral research or lecturing and teaching roles.
Recent graduates have also found employment in roles as diverse as prison governor, solicitor and policy adviser for organisations including: the International Criminal Court; The Hague; Anderson Strathern; HM Prison Service.
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For this course (per year)
International fees Course fees for EU and international students
A UK 2:1 honours degree in law, arts or social sciences, and a UK Masters degree with at least 60% in the taught section and 65% or more in the dissertation, or their international equivalents. The majority of our applicants have studied law, but we are a comprehensive Law School covering a range of approaches to legal topics including social science, historical and philosophical enquiry; applications from non-law students with relevant studies and experience will be considered and if you require further guidance please contact us. Entry to this programme is competitive. Meeting minimum requirements for consideration does not guarantee an offer of study.
LLM (Master of Laws)
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Edinburgh Law School
Postgraduate virtual open days.
Taking place between the 14 and 16 November 2023 our Virtual Open Days give you the opportunity to find out what's like to study for an LLM, MSc or PhD at Edinburgh Law School.
Undergraduate Open Days: 7th and 28th October
Find out more about studying an undergraduate law degree at Edinburgh Law School, see the University campus, and speak to current students and staff.
Class of 2003 - Alumni Reunion
We are very excited to announce our first-ever Edinburgh Law School 20 Year Reunion and we cordially invite all alumni who graduated in 2003.
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16 october 2023.
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We are ranked 3rd in the UK for law for the quality and breadth of our research by Research Professional, based on the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
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PhD Law: a minimum UK 2:1 honours degree in law, arts or social sciences, and a UK Masters degree with at least 60% in the taught section and 65% or more in the dissertation, or their international equivalents.
LLM by Research: a minimum UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in law, or a social science subject.
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
Edinburgh Law School is renowned for its research excellence. We strive to produce work that has real-world reach and influence. Our postgraduate researchers are key to the School’s research activities and we work hard to ensure that our research students are fully engaged with staff and projects across all our legal disciplines.
We provide a supportive and inspiring environment to help you carve out your own research specialism. In the last Research Excellence Framework we were ranked 2nd in the UK by research impact Grade Point Average (Times Higher Education, impact ranking, REF 2014) and 4th in the UK by research power (Research Fortnight REF 2014).
We have research excellence in a range of fields, spanning the spectrum of law, socio-legal studies and criminology.
You’ll find opportunities in the following fields: company and commercial law; comparative law; constitutional and administrative law; criminal law; criminology and criminal justice; environmental law; European law, policy and institutions; European private law; evidence and procedure; family law; gender and sexuality; human rights law; information technology law; intellectual property law; international law; labour law; legal theory; media law; medical law and ethics; obligations, contract delict, unjustified enrichment; property, trusts and successions; Roman law and legal history; socio-legal studies; and tax law.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- Campus-based learning is available for this qualification
Course contact details
Edinburgh Law School
Postgraduate virtual open days.
Taking place between the 14 and 16 November 2023 our Virtual Open Days give you the opportunity to find out what's like to study for an LLM, MSc or PhD at Edinburgh Law School.
Undergraduate Open Days: 7th and 28th October
Find out more about studying an undergraduate law degree at Edinburgh Law School, see the University campus, and speak to current students and staff.
Class of 2003 - Alumni Reunion
We are very excited to announce our first-ever Edinburgh Law School 20 Year Reunion and we cordially invite all alumni who graduated in 2003.
Study with us
Start your extraordinary journey.
While studying at the Law School, we’ll support and empower you throughout your time with us before you go onto become part of our incredible global alumni community.
Latest news
Edinburgh PhD Researcher Named as Google Future Leader
30 october 2023.
Edinburgh Law School Alumni Newsletter - Autumn 2023
In memoriam: Mr Charles Stoddart
27 october 2023.
University of Edinburgh rises in THE World University Rankings 2024 for Law
26 october 2023, latest events, 3rd in the uk.
We are ranked 3rd in the UK for law for the quality and breadth of our research by Research Professional, based on the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
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Degree Programme Table: Law (PhD) (Full-time) (PRPHDLAWAA1F)Year 1 academic year: 2022/23, starting in: september. There are no compulsory courses in this year of this programme. Year 2 Academic year: 2022/23, Starting in: SeptemberYear 3 academic year: 2022/23, starting in: september, course options, minimum of 80 points from group a, minimum of 20 points from approved list of courses, year 4 academic year: 2022/23, starting in: september, 120 points at level 10 or 11 including dissertations/projects/other pieces of work or work abroad.
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 At UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGHQualification Next intake 16 September 2024 Entry Score About the courseThe Edinburgh Law School is a vibrant, collegial and enriching community of legal, sociolegal and criminology researchers and offers an excellent setting for doctoral research. Edinburgh Law School is ranked 3rd in the UK for law for the quality and breadth of our research by Research Professional, based on the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF2021). Our doctoral researchers are key to the School's research activities, and we work hard to ensure that they are fully engaged with staff and projects across all of our legal disciplines.
Start dates and pricesCourse fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. to get an accurate price. Duration: 3 Year (s) Fees: GBP 26300
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Your action planShortlist your courses. Choose the best three courses you’re most likely to pursue. Check your eligibilityGet an instant in-principle offer for courses with the IDP FastLane tag. Apply through IDP LiveFill out the form once and use it to apply to multiple courses. How does IDP FastLane work?With the FastLane 'Offer in Principle', you'll know in minutes if you'll be accepted! Select an institution and course Create your academic profile Submit your application for an 'Offer in Principle' Your chosen institution(s) will send you a decision in minutes! Get ready to apply with an expert counsellor Tuition feesYou can find tuition fees for our Research degrees on the University's degree finder. 2023-24 tuition fees
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Find out your tuition fee status The University offers a 10% discount in postgraduate tuition fees for all alumni who have graduated with an undergraduate degree from the University of Edinburgh (conditions apply). Find out more about the graduate discount scheme The University accepts a range of payment methods and tuition fees can be paid in full or in instalments. Find out more about how to pay your tuition fees The University's Scholarships and Student Funding department provide detailed information about the University's tuition fee policy. Tuition fee policy Please contact us if you have any questions about studying for a research degree at Edinburgh Law School. Key information University of Edinburgh fees and funding Why Edinburgh Law School? University of Edinburgh Scholarships
 Subject area: LawWhy choose law at the university of edinburgh. We are ranked 1st in Scotland, 4th in the UK and 13th in the world for law (Times Higher Education World University Rankings: Law 2024). Studying in Scotland’s capital, you will be at the heart of Edinburgh’s legal centre, with the highest courts in Scotland a five-minute walk away. You will also benefit from access to some of the best academic law materials in Europe in our law library. You will join a supportive law community and be assigned to a LawPALS group. This is our peer-assisted learning scheme, which is designed to help you adapt to the study of law. Edinburgh Law School has been educating and training some of the world’s finest legal minds for more than 300 years. In Year 3, you will have the opportunity to go to one of our partner universities in Europe, the Far East or the USA. The programme is very challenging and prospective employers in my field are aware of that. If I can make it here, I’ll make it anywhere! Julita Burgess LLB Law (Graduate Entry) graduate Introducing LawOur Law School has a strong international reputation for research and our teaching staff offer expertise across a wide range of legal fields. There is also a vibrant law student community, which organises many social, career and other law-related events. Our Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programmes will teach you the general principles of law and how to apply them to specific situations and cases. You will develop analytical skills and legal research skills and learn how to present an argument clearly, accurately and persuasively. There are two facets to the study of law. First, it is an academic discipline, which is studied to further modern understanding of its origins and growth, and its interaction with related disciplines including: Concepts such as the rule of law, the independence of the judiciary and the legal profession, and access to justice for all, are at the heart of legal study. Secondly, the law has a practical aspect which is studied to enable you to become a practising solicitor or advocate. Accurate problem-solving and understanding of the structures of our society, which result from the study of law, are highly valued skills. As a law student, you will learn about the formal structures of our society and the role of law in shaping society. AccreditationOur LLB programmes* are accredited by the Law Society of Scotland. You will be required to study certain courses to graduate with a fully qualifying degree. *excludes the LLB Global Law At Edinburgh you will study Scots law. Students interested in practising law in England or Wales need to be aware that there are significant differences between Scots and English law. A number of our graduates also go on to qualify and practise as a lawyer in other jurisdictions in the UK, Europe, and elsewhere. To do this you must meet the relevant local conversion requirements and any further study required in the non-Scottish destination jurisdiction. International students who wish to complete the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice, to qualify as a solicitor in Scotland, should be aware of the need to meet the appropriate visa requirements. For further advice, please see the Law Society of Scotland's guidance. Guidance for foreign students Students in the LLB Global Law will study the general principles and techniques of global law. You will learn to think about legal frameworks, structures and problems beyond the boundaries of any particular legal system, and you will focus on solving global legal problems and benefit from a particularly strong focus on comparative and transnational legal methods. The LLB Global Law does not provide you with a qualification to practice law in Scotland. Instead, the degree will provide you with skills to adapt, innovate and succeed in a globally oriented legal career. Joint honours programmesLaw is offered as a joint honours programme with a range of other subjects. If you intend to proceed to qualification as a lawyer in Scotland, please contact the school to check if your chosen joint honours programme allows you to cover all required courses for progression to practise. Find your degree15 degrees in law.
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Edinburgh Law School can offer expert supervision across an exceptional range of subject areas for PhD study. A PhD at Edinburgh Law School involves undertaking independent research, culminating in the submission of a thesis of up to 100,000 words, which should be an original piece of work that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in the field of study and contains material worthy of ...
Research degrees. Phd. LLM by Research. Edinburgh Law School offers expert supervisors in a wide range of subject areas for PhD study. As a doctorate student you'll join a community of around 100 PhD students and will be a vital part of the intellectual life of the School. Edinburgh Law School is ranked 3rd in the UK for law for the quality ...
The deadline for applying to commence a PhD in January 2025 is 29 September 2024 (4pm UK time). Our applications are dealt with in a two-step process. Once all your documents are correctly submitted we aim to make a decision within 6 - 8 weeks. Once you have submitted your application with all your supporting documentation, your application ...
PhD Law Full-Time (3 years) PRPHDLAWAA1F. School of Law. College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences. PROGRAMME AIMS. A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) trains you as a researcher and allows you to develop advanced techniques and in-depth knowledge in a specialist area. You will develop an all-round knowledge of your discipline, and a broad range ...
PhD projects and studentships are defined pieces of research that an organisation wishes to explore. A research council may have provided funding for the project to ensure its successful outcome, although not all defined PhD projects have funding associated with them. ... The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland ...
Study. Established in 1707, and situated in the heart of Scotland's capital, Edinburgh Law School has been at the heart of legal research and education for more than 300 years. Ranked 13th in the world for law (Times Higher Education World University Rankings: Law 2024), whichever path of study you take, Edinburgh is the ideal location to ...
The Edinburgh Law School is a vibrant, collegial and enriching community of legal, sociolegal and criminology researchers and offers an excellent setting for doctoral research. Edinburgh Law School is ranked 3rd in the UK for law for the quality and breadth of our research by Research Professional, based on the 2021 Research Excellence ...
For this course (per year) £26,300. Entry requirements. A UK 2:1 honours degree in law, arts or social sciences, and a UK Masters degree with at least 60% in the taught section and 65% or more in the dissertation, or their international equivalents. The majority of our applicants have studied law, but we are a comprehensive Law School covering ...
Research profile. The Edinburgh Law School is a vibrant, collegial and enriching community of legal, sociolegal and criminology researchers and offers an excellent setting for doctoral research. We are ranked 3rd in the UK for law for the quality and breadth of our research by Research Professional, based on the 2021 Research Excellence ...
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The Edinburgh Law School is a vibrant, ... As host to more than 45,000 students from some 156 countries, the University of Edinburgh continues to attract the world's greatest minds. We offer a range of ways to study, from on-campus taught programmes to online part-time study. ... As a graduate of Edinburgh, you will join a lifelong community ...
The Graduate LLB is designed to prepare you for entry to the Scottish legal profession. You will build the ideal foundation for further professional study in law. This usually means going on to take the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice (known as Professional Education and Training stage 1, or PEAT 1). In accordance with the requirements ...
Postgraduate Office (Research) Email. [email protected]. Phone. +44 (0)131 650 2022. Visit website. Apply. Discover entry requirements, content, fees and contact details for Law at University of Edinburgh on prospects.ac.uk.
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Why Edinburgh Law School; Undergraduate degrees; Masters degrees; Online masters degrees; ... MSc or PhD at Edinburgh Law School. Find out more and register. ... 7th and 28th October Find out more about studying an undergraduate law degree at Edinburgh Law School, see the University campus, and speak to current students and staff. Learn more ...
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PhD Law Full-Time (3 years) PRPHDLAWAA1F. School of Law. College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences. PROGRAMME AIMS. A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) trains you as a researcher and allows you to develop advanced techniques and in-depth knowledge in a specialist area. You will develop an all-round knowledge of your discipline, and a broad range ...
The Edinburgh Law School is a vibrant, collegial and enriching community of legal, sociolegal and criminology researchers and offers an excellent setting for doctoral research. Edinburgh Law School is ranked 3rd in the UK for law for the quality and breadth of our research by Research Professional, based on the 2021 Research Excellence ...
You can find tuition fees for our Research degrees on the University's degree finder. 2023-24 tuition fees. PhD Law - 3 years (full time) PhD Law - 6 years (part time) LLM by Research - 1 year (full time) LLM by Research - 2 years (part time) Fee status. We charge different rates depending on your fee status, for example 'home' or 'overseas'.
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This is our peer-assisted learning scheme, which is designed to help you adapt to the study of law. Edinburgh Law School has been educating and training some of the world's finest legal minds for more than 300 years. In Year 3, you will have the opportunity to go to one of our partner universities in Europe, the Far East or the USA.