Key information
- Duration: Full-time — 36 months; Part-time — 48 months
- Start dates: June 2027, September 2027, January 2028
- Application deadlines (International, estimated): before January 2027 (starting June 2027); before March 2027 (starting September 2027); before June 2027 (starting January 2028)
It typically takes up to four months (five months for International and EU applicants) from application to enrollment on your programme.
Overview
As a research student, you will be encouraged to become involved in the School of Law's research activities and will have the opportunity to work alongside Oxford Brookes University academics who are at the forefront of a wide range of internationally recognised and world-leading research and projects.
Career prospects
We are passionate about fostering the careers of our researchers and ensure that they gain research skills training, leadership experience and teaching practice as part of the doctoral programmes we offer.
Bespoke careers advice is also embedded into our programme as we think this is a key element of your personal and professional development during your time with us.
Programme Structure
Research groups include:
- Criminal Law and Criminal Justice
- Fundamental Rights and Equality
- International Law
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- a first-class or upper second-class UK honours degree
- a relevant master's qualification
- or an equivalent qualification
- provisional research proposal
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 33,512 AUD / year (≈ 17,750 GBP / year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,640 AUD / year (≈ 5,106 GBP / year)
Living costs
Oxford, United Kingdom: 1,773–2,889 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Law. A selection process will still be applied by the provider.