PhD Law

The PhD in Law is a qualification of an advanced level that allows one to study law more deeply in all its aspects theorizing, doing research, and practicing the profession. This postgraduate education develops independent thought, and total literacy in certain branches of law determination and practice in constitutional, international, criminal, and business law. Such students undertake considerable research, rendering and formulating new and worthy findings in law. Such courses are usually taught along with courses in legal projects, advanced legal sciences, and advanced works in broader fields of legal studies relevant to the students. Dissertation writing is compulsory to all candidates which demonstrates how the individual has undertaken independent research and made an input in the legal field.
Career options for those earning a PhD in Law include teaming with scholars or researchers, performing public service, and working for NGOs or the Government. In the relationship that the profession has with the changing world and its dynamics, this degree enables practitioners to change laws and principles, thereby altering justice and governance as it is known today.

Core Courses

  • International Law
  • Research Methodologies in Law
  • Advanced Constitutional Law
  • Comparative Law
  • Legal Theory and Philosophy

Eligibility Criteria

  • Master’s degree in Law (LLM or equivalent)
  • Relevant research experience
  • Satisfactory scores on entrance exams

Scope

  • Academic and research institutions
  • Legal consultancy and advisory roles
  • High-level positions in government and regulatory agencies
  • International organizations
  • Policy-making bodies
  • Advanced legal practice and judiciary roles

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