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Overview
Our former PhD students have gone on to work in legal practice, commerce and industry, the non-governmental organisation sector and academia, including the academic community in our School of Law at Essex.
Your future
Our PhD Human Rights and Research Methods at University of Essex graduates have gone on to a wide variety of careers in international and intergovernmental organisations or employment with governments across the world, in commerce and banking, in non-governmental organisations and, as might be expected, in the legal profession and the judiciary.
Our large community of graduates regularly inform our current postgraduates of opportunities in their organisations and businesses.
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Example structure
- A research degree doesn't have a taught structure, giving you the chance to investigate your chosen topic in real depth and reach a profound understanding.
- In communicating that understanding, through a thesis or other means, you have a rare opportunity to generate knowledge. A research degree allows you to develop new high-level skills, enhance your professional development and build new networks.
- It can open doors to many careers.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Civil & Private Law Public Law View 17 other PhDs in Public Law in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- You will need a Masters degree in law and a first or 2:1 LLB honours degree, or equivalent. A well-developed research proposal is also essential.
- You will normally be required to attend an interview/Skype interview for acceptance, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department.
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International
16230 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16230 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
5360 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5360 GBP per year during 48 months.
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- Home/UK fee: £2,680
- International fee: £8,115
Living costs for Colchester
660 - 1140 GBP /month
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Funding
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