Master of Research (MRes) in Law

Law ResearchOur research ethos is in undertaking research which aims to make a real impact on peoples’ lives by using law as a catalyst for positive change. As a team, we have expertise in and undertake research which is socio-legal and empirical in nature (law in action) and we welcome applications which embrace these approaches as well as doctrinal research.Many of our staff undertake research on aspects of Scots law. However, much of our current research relates to questions of rights in various contexts covering Scotland, UK and wider international legal frameworks.

The minimum entry requirement for registration to the degree of MRes, MPhil, or MRes/MPhil with the intention of transferring to PhD is a first or second-class Honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent qualification. Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, taking into account the nature and scope of the proposed programme of work.