Course summary
York Law School has a wide range of research expertise, spanning a diverse array of topics. We apply a variety of research methods, from doctrinal to philosophical, empirical, historical and critical. The PhD is an opportunity to pursue a significant independent research project, making an original contribution to your chosen field of legal knowledge. Your research will lead to a thesis of up to 100,000 words. You will be a part of the thriving research community, with access to training in research and transferable skills to support your career ambitions. The programme is available in all fields of expertise at York Law School, subject to supervisory availability.
Assessment method
https://www.york.ac.uk/law/study/postgraduate-research/phd-law/
How to apply
International applicants
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/international/
Entry requirements
https://www.york.ac.uk/law/study/postgraduate-research/phd-law/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5181 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5181 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5181 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5181 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £5181 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £5181 | Year 1 |
| EU | £25350 | Year 1 |
| International | £25350 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
https://www.york.ac.uk/law/study/postgraduate-research/funding/
Provider information
University of York
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD