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PhD / Doctorate Law Full Time

Doctor of Laws

at University of Fort Hare · South Africa

Duration

2 Year(s)

Intake

—

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Doctor of Laws is a doctoral degree focusing on advanced legal principles, law, justice, and governance. Students engage in rigorous scholarly research and analysis to understand complex legal theories, the evolution of legal systems, and the philosophical foundations of justice. The programme enhances critical engagement with legal frameworks and prepares students to contribute to legal scholarship and thought. It is offered part-time over two years and is designed for individuals who have already obtained a master's degree or equivalent qualification and seek to deepen their understanding of legal ethics, human rights, and justice.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed a master's degree at the University of Fort Hare or an equivalent qualification recognized by Senate and SAQA evaluation. The applicant must have submitted a master's dissertation for examination with supervisor consent within the University deadlines. Entry requirements align with the University's Policy and Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning and further faculty-specific requirements.

Career outcomes

  • Professor
  • Legal Scholar
  • Legal Researcher
  • Author
  • Lecturer
  • Law School Faculty
  • Legal Theorist
  • Judge
  • Legal Consultant
  • Constitutional Expert
  • International Law Specialist
  • Legal Educator
  • Legal Historian
  • Ethics Consultant
  • Policy Advisor
  • Legal Analyst
  • Public Interest Advocate
  • Law Librarian
  • Human Rights Specialist
  • Government Legal Advisor
  • Corporate Legal Advisor
  • Law Reform Advocate
  • Legal Publisher
  • Arbitration Specialist
  • Legal Commentator

How this course compares

  • University of Fort Hare is #16 in South Africa on research impact (353,278 citations).
  • It lists 5 Law courses in total, 1 of them at phd / doctorate level.
  • Most phd / doctorate Law courses in South Africa take 2 Year(s); this one does too.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Doctor of Laws at University of Fort Hare?

It takes 2 Year(s), studied Full Time.

Is University of Fort Hare a good university for Law?

University of Fort Hare is #16 in South Africa on research impact (353,278 citations).

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