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Overview
It will take approximately three academic years to complete with full-time study and six years of part-time study.
Features
- Students at University of Buckingham are registered initially for the Law degree of PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), although their status is probationary until the first Annual Review has taken place, normally between 12 and 18 months from first registration.
Programme Structure
Research
- We are only prepared to take on research students where we have the necessary expertise to supervise the research amongst our staff.
- Therefore, you may wish to look at the research interests of our current staff.
- Candidates will be required to submit a short 1500-2000 word (excluding footnotes) Research Proposal.
- The Research Proposal will need to set out the proposed topic of research, and the proposed contribution the research will bring to the existing debate within the literature.
- Ultimately, the Research Proposal should present the proposed USP (Unique Selling Point) of the Thesis.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 79
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Buckingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Public Law Business Law View 38 other PhDs in Public Law in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are normally expected to have a first or second class honours law (or law-related) degree or significant experience in law.
- Age is no barrier to learning and we welcome all applications from suitably qualified students.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents14500 GBP / year≈ 14500 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents8267 GBP / year≈ 8267 GBP / year
Living costs
Buckingham
United Kingdom
660 - 1140 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
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Law.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT 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
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
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-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
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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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
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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