Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Law

A PhD in law can lead to satisfying professions teaching law and doing legal research. This degree is an excellent choice for people seeking variety and the opportunity to pursue other career paths in the field of law. The candidates must create a viable'research proposal' in accordance with the standards and structure specified by the faculty and university. The degree is conferred upon satisfactory completion of supervised research, which is assessed by a thesis and viva voce test.

Entry Requirement

• Bachelor OR Master

A Bachelor’s degree in Law or Shariah AND a Master’s degree or its equivalent as accepted by the HEP Senate.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g.,,Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.Employment opportunities are available as per the following :

• A PhD in law can open doors to rewarding careers in teaching law and legal research. For individuals hoping for diversity and a chance to explore alternate career paths within the field of law, a PhD is a good option. Some of the major benefits of pursuing a doctorate in law include:
• An opportunity to teach law at the university level and promote the development of this academic field alongside your usual practice. In the competitive job market nowadays, a simple LL.B or LL.M alone might not be enough to score rewarding positions.
• A PhD in law program is designed exclusively to prepare prospective students for careers in law, whereby they can study and teach jurisprudence. What is distinctive about the doctorate program in law is that it’s designed specifically to prepare students for the legal field, rather than a teaching opportunity in another field.
• Earning a PhD in law means that you are an expert in your field. A qualification such as this can increase your job prospects and you can look for careers in niche law firms and other organizations.
• A PhD degree entails extensive research work as well as attending conferences. Through with these conferences, individuals get a chance to network and make important contacts with other professionals in their field.
• In addition, with a Ph.D in Law, students can pursue business law careers with legal agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, business consulting firms, financial institutions, insurance companies and business, trade regulation organizations, academician, and legal researcher.