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Overview
This Law programme offered by Anglia Ruskin University focuses on the examination of complex legal issues affecting individuals, organisations, governments, and communities. Research is organised around key themes including environmental justice, mediation and arbitration, digital governance, online legal processes, criminal procedure, victims’ rights, corporate accountability, social exclusion, and protections for vulnerable groups.
Key Facts
Candidates undertake original investigation supported by specialist supervision and engagement with the Centre for Access to Justice and Inclusion (CAJI). Research may address emerging topics such as climate litigation, algorithmic decision-making, artificial intelligence governance, transnational litigation, forensic evidence, human rights, and the relationship between technological innovation and legal regulation.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Access to environmental justice
- Climate litigation
- Ecological justice
- Species justice
- Corporate environmental responsibility
- Alternative dispute resolution
- Mediation
- Arbitration
- Court-based dispute resolution mechanisms
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
PTE Academic 61
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Legal Studies View 46 other PhDs in Legal Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
PTE Academic 61
IELTS 6.5
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
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Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants will need a Master's degree, or an equivalent qualification, in a related subject area.
- Candidates are normally considered for a PhD through progression from an MPhil in the first instance. Those wishing to be considered for direct entry to the PhD route may discuss this at interview if shortlisted. Academic justification for a request for direct PhD entry will also be required.
Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents17500 GBP / year≈ 17500 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Living costs
Cambridge
United Kingdom
846 - 1465 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Provided by university
Grant
12500 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Sport Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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