School of Law
Research
Research Degrees
The School of Law has a new, proactive and vibrant research culture, and a commitment to excellence in research. In the 2008 Research Assessment exercise all of our research was judged to be of at least national quality, 30% was of international quality, with 35% regarded as of international excellence, and 5% world leading. Staff are actively engaged in research, producing a significant output of major books and articles in leading academic journals. We welcome applications from those interested in studying for a PhD. Potential applicants should submit a brief proposal outlining their proposed research topic and research methodology together with a completed postgraduate application form. |
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Staff research and research postgraduate supervision is in the following areas:
- International Commercial Law
- Scots Private Law
- Family and Child Law
- Public and Administrative Law
- European Law
- Employment and Trade Union Law
- Discrimination Law and "Hate" Offences
- Environmental Law
- Entertainment and Sports Law
- Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
If you are interested in finding out more about studying for a PhD at the School of Law, please contact our Director of Research, Dr Kay Goodall. More information on individual staff research interests is available at Staff.
The School of Law also regularly organises research seminars.
