University of Waikato

Course Details

Doctor of Philosophy (Law)

Course Description

This law doctorate degree will prepare you for a career as a legal scholar and teacher. This degree is aimed to help you develop advanced scholarly research and writing. This PhD is appropriate if you already possess the ability to carry out research on an independent basis. You’ll acquire a law PhD by the submission of a major thesis which can be completed in a minimum of three years. Your thesis will critically investigate an approved topic of substance and significance, and make a substantial and original contribution to knowledge.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
3year

Career outcomes

Career opportunities Academic Research Strategist Strategic Policy Planner High Court Judge

Doctor of Philosophy (Law) University of Waikato