Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Laws (By Research)

Course Overview

Our post graduate programmes LLM by research and PhD draw on the research strengths of the faculty’s academic staff who are active researchers in a wide area of national and international issues, legal reform and development. We are committed to providing the very best learning experience for all our students in a stimulating, supportive and research-led environment.

Our LLM by research and PhD programmes allow maximum flexibility by allowing the candidate to choose a topic of personal interest. Careful guidance is given throughout. The close-knit research community, offers, continuous support and with the advantage of small-group teaching, there is scope to explore topics in depth and nurture and hone research skills to realise one’s full potential. Additionally, our strong links with the legal profession, judiciary, AG’s Chambers and industry will enable you to grow your networks and enhance your employability in preparation for a successful legal career.

Curriculum

Fields of Research

• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Business Law
• Contract Law
• Corporate Law
• Criminal Law
• Cyber Law
• Employment Law
• Education Law
• Human Rights Law
• Industrial Relations Law
• Information Technology Law
• International Law
• Labour Law
• Law & Economic
• Law & Practice of Arbitration
• Media Law
• Mediation Law
• Sports Law
• Tort Law

Compulsory Subjects

• Advanced Research Methodology for Law
• Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methods for Law
• Commercialisation & Entrepreneurship

Entry Requirements

• A bachelor degree (Level 6, MQF) in Law or Shariah and Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the HEP Senate.
• A Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 3.67 or equivalent, in Law or Shariah or related field from MMU or institutions recognised by Senate can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.
• Any other qualification which is of equivalent level as determined by the Senate of the University.
• English Entry Requirement:
  • Minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.0 or its equivalent*
  • *The equivalency table is as below:

    English Competency	CEFR High B1	CEFR Low B2	CEFR Mid B2	CEFR High B2
    IELTS	5.0	5.5	6.0	6.5
    TOEFL iBT	42	46	60	79
    MUET	Band 3	Band 3	Band 4	Band 4
    Pearson Test of English	47	51	59	63
    Cambridge Qualifications and Test	154	160	169	176

  • In addition to the above, any other qualification which is of equivalent level as determined by the Senate of the University.
  • The English language requirement is waived for the candidates who are natives of and/or have completed their Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees from countries that use English as the medium of instruction as well as the first language.