Key Information
Duration
- Full-time — 24 months
- A PhD degree is usually 3 years full-time. An MPhil (Master of Philosophy) degree is usually 2 years full-time.
- A PhD degree is usually 4-5 years part-time. An MPhil (Master of Philosophy) degree is usually 3 years part-time.
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- It is possible to start a PhD degree at any point in the year at most academic Schools, subject to agreement with the supervisor.
Language
English
English test requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- PTE Academic: 72
- IELTS: 7
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Bangor, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Legal Studies
Overview
For the Law degree offered at Bangor University, you are expected to present the results of your research in a thesis which represents a significant original contribution to knowledge in the subject area studied, and to undergo a viva voce examination. For an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) degree, you are expected to successfully complete an approved programme of supervised research, and to present your results in a thesis.
Key Facts
All research students are allocated to a supervisor with a research interest in your chosen topic of study. Your supervisor will provide advice and guidance on your choice of topic; advice on the literature in your field and how to access it; advice on your choice of research methods; advice on thesis structure, content and presentation; critical appraisal of drafts of your thesis; and, in the case of PhD students, advice on preparation for your viva voce examination. The Law programme is offered at Bangor University.
Programme Structure
Law with specialisations in:
- European Law
- European Internal Market
- Public Procurement
- Competition Law
Global Economic Law:
- Intellectual Property Law
- WTO Law
- International Commercial Arbitration
- International Insurance Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- PTE Academic: 72
- IELTS: 7
Other Requirements
General Requirements
- Postgraduate degrees by research are suitable for candidates who already have some experience at postgraduate level (or equivalent professional experience). Those applying to a PhD programme, should normally have, or expect to obtain, a Master’s degree either in Law or a related discipline appropriate to their intended area of research. Aside from these formal requirements, candidates will be considered on the strength of their research proposal, and are expected to submit a project proposal - appropriate to the duration and academic level of the course - with their application.
- International applicants are normally required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. The minimum English language requirements will normally be:
- IELTS: 7.0 (with no individual score lower than 6.5)
- Pearson PTE: 67 (with no individual score lower than 62)
- Cambridge English Test – Advanced/Proficiency: 185 (with no individual score lower than 176)
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD.
- International: 34,694 AUD / year (≈ 18,500 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,388 AUD / year (≈ 5,006 GBP / year)
Additional Details: Part-time Postgraduate Research tuition fee is 50% of the full-time Postgraduate Research tuition fee per annum.
Living Costs
Bangor, United Kingdom: 1,238–2,138 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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