PhD/MPhil Law - Law and Theory

Course Overview Leicester Law School offers a premier research-focused PhD program that blends rigorous academic training with the flexibility of full-time, part-time, and distance learning options. As a research-led department with globally recognized faculty, the program is designed for aspiring legal scholars to make an original and publishable contribution to the field. Students will develop and defend an 80,000-word thesis through a viva voce examination, preparing them for high-level academic and policy-making careers. Key Program Highlights Research-led program with world-leading and internationally excellent faculty Flexible study options including full-time, part-time, and distance learning Opportunity to produce an 80,000-word thesis with original, publishable research Final viva voce examination to defend your research Strong reputation, ranking 11th in the UK for research power