Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in International Law

The PhD in International Law is an internationally recognized postgraduate law degree. This program may be completed in as little as one year or a maximum of five years. Law students and professionals frequently pursue the PhD to gain expertise in a specialized field of law, for example in the area of educational law or international environmental law. Many law firms prefer job candidates with an PhD degree because it indicates that a lawyer has acquired advanced, specialized legal training, and is qualified to work in a multinational legal environment.