Overview
By creating inspiring and dynamic research- and work environments where senior and junior researchers meet and learn from each other, the Law degree by Erasmus University Rotterdam aims to deliver outstanding, socially engaged and inspired academic professionals.
PhD support
Pursuing a PhD is a fulfilling and exciting task. Yet, it can also be challenging at times. The EGSL confidential counsellor can be contacted to discuss any concern or issue (in relation to their PhD trajectory) that PhD researchers might be facing and support them on the way forward. Additionally, the EGSL confidential counsellor can contact other professionals (e.g., specific professional training, the EUR PhD psychologist or the Ombudsman).
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- Law & Business
- Law & Markets
- Law, Society and Crime
- Law & Tax
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
Mathematics Requirements
Online Mathematics Placement Test (OMPT) — The Online Mathematics Placement Test (OMPT) assesses your mathematics proficiency for university admission. The online tests vary by level and topic, depending on the programme requirements. Always check with the university for the exact score requirements and the number of attempts accepted.
Applies to: students without alternative proof
- OMPT-A — Minimum score of 70%
English requirements
- TOEFL® iBT: 100, or 4.5 on the New TOEFL iBT 1-6 score (CEFR-aligned), equivalent to the 0-120 score.
- PTE Academic: 75
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- All PhD candidates must have a master's degree in Law or Criminology.
- Candidates must demonstrate relevant scientific research skills and have excellent oral and written skills in English.
When you contact a potential supervisor, please provide him/her with the following application documents:
- Application format EGSL, including a short research proposal
- A letter of motivation, including information on your present situation;
- A CV (including in particular information on study results and grades; publications; grants/prizes; experience abroad; extracurricular activities)
- Proof of your Master’s degree, including grade transcripts of your Bachelor and Master studies.
Fees and funding
Living costs
Rotterdam, Netherlands
1,223-2,035 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.