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Postgraduate research

The School of Law and Social Justice has a rich research culture where PhD students are involved in cutting edge research and work with world-leading experts in their field.

We provide the support and facilities necessary for students to undertake globally recognised research, successfully complete a PhD, and begin a career in academia or beyond.

School of Law and Social Justice hosts many research clusters that provide access to some of the most rigorous and advanced research in their fields.

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Law postgraduate research

Why choose to do your research with us? Explore the facilities and support available at the Liverpool Law School for postgraduate researchers, and apply for your PhD in Law.

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Sociology, social policy or criminology research

Interested in sociology, social policy or criminology? Find out the options available for postgraduate researchers, and apply for your PhD in SSPC.