PhD Postgraduate Research: Bristol Law School
UWE BristolBristol · IELTS 7.0
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The PhD programme is closely linked to our growing and dynamic research culture. You'll benefit from engaging with highly qualified academic staff, working alongside a portfolio of dynamic and popular masters programmes. Academic supervision A member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic community. Explore the staff, facilities and more in the Division of Law. 7 top reasons to study Law here graduation-cap Research facilities: dedicated PhD study areas with computers exclusively to be used by research students. gavel Professional networking: Research students are often sponsored to attend national and international conferences and to meet leading scientists in their fields and present their research findings.. balance-scale Dynamic Research Culture: benefit from engaging with highly qualified academic staff. lightbulb Comprehensive reading resources: via our virtual learning environment, a personal e-law library worth £6,000. puzzle-piece Postgraduate seminars: attendance at a number of seminars offered heart Student Support: regular contact with your supervisor and postgraduate research tutor within the school throughout the duration of the programme.. Research areas related to law Access to Justice Business Law Company Law Civil Litigation International Commercial Law International Investment Law International Commercial Arbitration Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Criminal Law Sexual Offences Criminal Evidence Criminal Legal Theory Sentencing and Punishment Legal Theory and Approaches Constitutional Law Critical Legal Studies Critical Race Theory Law and Literature Law and Political Economy Law and Technology Philosophy of Law Socio-Legal Studies New Media and Technology Law Human Rights Business and Human Rights International Human Rights Law Global South and Human Rights Human Rights in Action Socio-Economic Rights Theory and History of Human Rights International Law International Criminal Law Public International Law United Nations Terrorism Third World Approaches to International Law Gender, Feminism and the Law Research culture Research students who study at LSBU become a vital part of our dynamic research culture and are one of the essential elements which make LSBU an exciting intellectual environment. All research students are enrolled in the LSBU’s postgraduate Key Skills programme. In addition, you can undertake research methods training from relevant MA and MSc courses, as well as taking part in specialist events and activities, which ensure an inclusive and thriving research culture. PhD programme A PhD, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team. The School of Law and Social Sciences Graduate School provides a focal point for the management and support of our PhD and Professional Doctorate programmes. To find out more about what to include in your proposal download our Law and Social Sciences PhD Proposal Guidelines (PDF File 97 KB) presentation. We receive a wide range of external funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), the Department for International Development (DfID), the British Academy, charities, government departments and local authorities. Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method PhD Full-time 3 years January; April; September 9015 Direct to LSBU PhD Part-time 5 years January; April; September 9035 Direct to LSBU Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU. Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility…
| Degree | 2:2 |
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| IELTS | 7.0 overall, no part below 7 |
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IELTS score of at least 7.0 at postgraduate level.
International students: £10,920 per year
UK students: £3,114 per year
January; April; September
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