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Overview
Overview
A PhD by publication is a postgraduate research degree based on research you've already undertaken and had published (excluding self-publishing) before registering with us.
Your research outputs could be used by governments, organisations and individuals in the development and implementation of new legal policies.
Recent examples of our research include our work around the law of succession and the sale of ivory in the UK. When you study for a postgraduate research degree with us, you'll make your own contribution to our exceptional work.
Eligible research outputs include peer-reviewed academic papers, complete books or chapters in anthologies, and other materials accepted for publication, exhibited or performed. You'll have to submit these materials for examination between 6-12 months after registering with us.
For more information, please visit our PhD by Publication page.
What can a postgraduate research degree do for my career?
Once you complete your postgraduate research degree, you'll be a highly-skilled researcher with the knowledge and skills to make an impact in many different industries.
Your postgraduate research qualification demonstrates to potential employers that you're an intelligent, capable and motivated person, with provable abilities and experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, communication, leadership and creativity.
Programme Structure
Current Research Areas include;
Accountability, risk and rights
Research in this area covers topics including employment protection, data protection, the regulation and governance of companies, and how the law affects people throughout their lives International and European lawOur research in this area examines and seeks to grow our understanding of transnational laws and foreign national law, so that each can work betterWell-being, legal education and the legal professionOur research is identifying new ways of delivering legal education and new approaches that could deliver education more broadly. It also explores the growing issue of stress and wellbeing among law students and academicsKey information
Duration
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
October 2021
Language
English
IELTS 7
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
European Law International Law Legal Studies View 5 other PhDs in International Law in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
Other requirements
General requirements
Please contact the department for details of entry requirements. All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview.
Tuition Fee
https://www.port.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/funding-your-research-degree
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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