PhDs and research degrees

We offer our research students a high level of intellectual, financial, infrastructure and administrative support during the course of their studies.

We welcome expressions of interest from all students interested in enrolling in a research degree. We are particularly interested in students intending to study topics within our areas of research strength.

Research strengths

Research services office

If you are considering a research degree, our research services team can help you:

  • find a supervisor
  • complete the application process
  • apply for scholarship opportunities.

We also provide administrative support during your candidature, including:

  • milestones (Stage 2, Confirmation of Candidature, Final Seminar)
  • examination
  • funding application for research related activities
  • candidature management (leave, extensions, status changes, coursework, supervision).

Our supervisors

All our supervisors are accredited and specifically trained in research supervision. Accreditation requires our supervisors to be active researchers and regularly participate in professional development activities in postgraduate education.

You should discuss your potential research topic with potential supervisors.

Find a law or justice supervisor

Facilities and support

We offer our research students a range of facilities. As a full time research student you will be provided with:

  • a dedicated workspace (where resources permit)
  • financial support for research related activities
  • access to printing, copying and stationary
  • general network access.

Contacts

Law research office

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