PhD Law
University of Exeter · Exeter, United Kingdom
About this programme
The PhD Law programme at the University of Exeter allows students to conduct original legal research across a wide range of fields, assessed by a thesis of up to 100,000 words and a viva voce examination. Full-time, part-time, distance-based, and split-site study modes are available.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Law
- Tuition
- £23,500 / year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- January, September
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Class of 2026 Progression ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 31 August 2027
- University of Exeter Alumni ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 31 August 2027
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds