PhD Law

The PhD Law at the University of Strathclyde involves undertaking independent research, culminating in a thesis of a specified word count. The thesis should be an original piece of work that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in a chosen field of study and contains material worthy of publication. This degree requires three years for full-time study and gives them the opportunity to research in an area that relates to their profession.

The Law School has expertise in the following areas: access to justice & the provision of legal services, constitutional & administrative law, environmental law & governance, and human rights.

Students will benefit from supervision by a team of experts in their chosen field of study, a PhD training programme which provides a basic foundation in legal and criminological research methods, and opportunities to undertake individual advanced training that is necessary for a particular research project.

Founded in 1796, the University of Strathclyde is a leading public research university located in the centre of Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. It was the first technological university in the UK. It was built on the principle of offering "useful learning". The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in four faculties: Engineering, Science, the Strathclyde Business School, and Humanities and Social Sciences.

The university is known for research and strong connections with industries, where its programmes are current and relevant, and it prepares its graduates for the workplace. Strathclyde has received various awards, including being the only university to be awarded UK University of the Year twice by the Times Higher Education Awards.

Interested candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are to have a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components.
• Alternatively, equivalent qualifications like PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.

The annual tuition fee for international students on the PhD Law at the University of Strathclyde is £19,850.

The University of Strathclyde invests millions of pounds each year in scholarships to support students from all over the world. These include Faculty International Excellence Awards for students who demonstrate academic excellence, as well as the Glasgow 850 Scholarships. All Strathclyde graduates are also eligible for a 15% tuition fee discount on postgraduate taught courses.

Graduates of the PhD Law at the University of Strathclyde can pursue various career roles, including:

• Criminologist
• Social Worker
• Forensic Scientist
• Lawyer
• Private Investigator

Prospective students can submit their applications for this course through the university's portal. If you require support during the application process, feel free to reach out to one of our trained counsellors for assistance.