Law (PhD)

Program Overview

York Law School's PhD in Law program empowers students to conduct independent research and contribute to legal knowledge. With expert supervision, a Thesis Advisory Panel, and training in research and transferable skills, students develop critical thinking, writing, and research abilities. Graduates pursue careers in academia, legal practice, and other fields, supported by a dedicated careers team. The program fosters a vibrant research community and offers funding opportunities, making it an ideal choice for aspiring legal scholars.

Program Outline

Extracted Information from York Law School's PhD Program:

Degree Overview:

• Program: PhD in Law
• Length: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
• Start Dates: January, April, July, September
• Overview: The PhD program allows students to pursue an independent research project and make an original contribution to their chosen field of legal knowledge.
This culminates in a thesis of up to 100,000 words. Students benefit from:
• A thriving research community
• Training in research and transferable skills
• Access to expertise in all fields of law at York Law School (subject to supervisory availability)
• Objectives:
• Develop independent research skills
• Make an original contribution to legal knowledge
• Enhance critical thinking and writing abilities
• Gain advanced research and transferable skills
• Prepare for a career in academia, legal practice, or other relevant fields

Teaching:

• Supervision: Students receive expert advice, guidance, and support from supervisors.
They meet with their supervisors at least once every six weeks.
• Thesis Advisory Panel (TAP): Each student has a TAP that meets twice a year to monitor progress, ensure the supervisory relationship is functioning well, and offer advice.
• Training and Support: The program provides training in research methods, academic writing, and transferable skills.
Students also have access to a dedicated careers team offering support and career development workshops.

Careers:

• Career Opportunities: Graduates pursue careers in various fields, including:
• University lecturer
• Legal policy
• Lobbying
• NGO-related work
• Specialist practitioner
• Careers Support: The dedicated careers team offers support, including:
• Professional researcher development and careers workshops
• 1:1 career support sessions
• Assistance in building an employability portfolio and gaining skills and experience

Other:

• The program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and fosters a vibrant research community.
• York Law School is ranked among the top 25 law schools for research in the UK (Times Higher Education REF results, 2021).
• The program is located on Campus East within the Law and Sociology Building.

Additional Information:

• Information on fees, admission requirements, and the application process is available on the York Law School website.
• The program offers research funding opportunities.
• Students have access to a range of on-campus accommodation options.
For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the York Law School website.