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PostgraduateMaster of Philosophy

Law

Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth, Wales
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Course Overview

Offered by Aberystwyth University, the MPhil Law provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in law. Based in Aberystwyth, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. A research degree within the Department of Law and Criminology at Aberystwyth University gives you the opportunity to explore a specific legal or criminological topic of your choosing under the supervision of leading researchers in their field. The MPhil is a one-year full-time course where you will be expected to conduct independent research and produce a thesis of around 50,000 - 60,000 words. Part-time study over two years is also available. A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of ยฃ20,000 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods in Law and Criminology
Advanced Legal Theory and Jurisprudence
Independent Research Project
Thesis Supervision and Development
Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice
Legal Research and Critical Analysis
Specialised Legal Research Seminar
Academic Writing and Dissertation Preparation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

๐Ÿ“‹ Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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๐Ÿ’ผ Employment Breakdown

55%Working
5%Studying
20%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
40%Professional Jobs
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