University of Birmingham, England

PhD in Law PhD / MPhil / MJur

United Kingdom Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee

About PhD in Law PhD / MPhil / MJur

For PhD in Law PhD / MPhil / MJur, applications are due 1 June, and tuition is £23,390 (full-time) / £11,695 (part-time).

The PhD is assessed by a thesis of up to 80,000 words and a viva voce, while the MPhil requires a 60,000-word thesis and the MJur a 40,000-word thesis. Candidates develop their research under primary and co-supervisors, with regular feedback and optional visits for distance learners. Graduates go on to academic posts, policy research, legal consultancy or roles in the judiciary and international organisations. The programme’s research themes cover commercial law, criminal justice, human rights, international law and many others, allowing students to tailor their project to their career aims. Study can be full-time, part-time or, for the PhD, online distance learning, with flexible start dates and a September-encouraged intake. The university offers personalised supervision, access to specialist facilities and support from the Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research.

About University of Birmingham, England

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.

English Test Requirement

IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band (equivalent to TOEFL iBT 95 overall, PTE Academic 76, Cambridge C1 Advanced 185).

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