The PhD (Law) is a research-based programme that provides students with the knowledge of theory and application of the law. The programme will provide a platform for students to undertake independent research in various areas of law like Corporate Laws, International Business and Trade related laws, Healthcare and Medical Laws as well as Human Rights and Liberties, just to name a few. Graduates of this programme will be sought-after as individuals who would be able to research and to contribute towards the development of the law.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Research Methodology

Students are required to pass the Research Methodology modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature. Students will also be required to complete Seminars on Legal Research Methods.

2. Publication

Students will be required to publish at least one (1) refereed journal article as a graduation requirement.

REQUIREMENTS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) in Law or Shariah and a Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) OR
• Its equivalent as accepted by the Higher Education Provider (HEP) Senate

• For postgraduate studies, international students are required to have a score of 600 for Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or 100 for online TOEFL test or score of 6.0 for international English Language Testing System (IELTS) or its equivalent

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

• IELTS

Overall Band 6.5

• TOEFL

88 (Internet Based Test)

• MUET

Band 5

• Taylor’s EET

Overall Score 6.5

• Taylor’s IEN

Level 2- Grade B+

• Others

Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree that was conducted entirely in English

CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates of this programme will be sought-after as individuals who would be able to research and to contribute towards the development of the law in a field of their choice and interest.