DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN LAW (RESEARCH) at Taylor's University

Taylor's University

Since its establishment in 1969, Taylor University has been providing world-class education and has become the benchmark for other private higher education institutions in Malaysia. Taylor is proud to provide a comprehensive education, which not only brings outstanding academic achievements but also produces graduates with qualities that are popular in the global market. Industry-related learning activities and industry-related courses work closely with related industries and are widely included in all higher education courses. Taylor’s University has been developing and implementing innovative teaching methods related to 21st-century learners to ensure that its students can take advantage of the best educational experience. The university’s pedagogy focuses on cultivating graduates with overall balance; this is done by enhancing the curriculum, expanding industry cooperation, and experiential learning programs

Course Information

Academic Qualification

PhD

Duration

3 years

Intake

February, April, June, September, October

English Requirement

Class Type

Research

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

17,082

MYR

Second Year

25,626

MYR

Third Year

8,542

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 51,250 MYR

Other Fees

International Student Enrolment Fee 2,800 MYR

International Student Charge 3,000 MYR

International Student Annual Fee 6,900 MYR

Visa Application Fee 2,830 MYR

International Security Deposit 3,000 MYR

Total Additional Fees 18,530 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 69,780 MYR

Course Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Law (PhD) (by Research) at Taylor’s University is a doctoral-level research programme designed to develop independent legal scholars capable of producing original and impactful contributions to legal knowledge. The programme emphasises advanced legal research, critical analysis, and scholarly inquiry to prepare candidates for academic, research, and senior professional careers in law and related fields. :cite

Program Structure: Doctoral Research in Law

The programme is fully research-based and centres on supervised independent research leading to the completion of a doctoral thesis that demonstrates originality, intellectual rigour, and significant contribution to legal scholarship. :cite

Research Components
- Legal Research Methodology
- Advanced Legal Writing
- Literature Review and Jurisprudential Analysis
- Independent Legal Research Project
- Thesis Writing and Viva Voce Examination
Possible Research Areas
- Public and Private Law
- International Law
- Commercial and Corporate Law
- Human Rights Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Environmental Law

Entry Requirements

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Law or a closely related discipline, or other recognised equivalent qualifications accepted by Taylor’s University, and demonstrate strong academic and research capability. :cite

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for senior academic, research, and specialist professional roles within universities, research institutions, and legal or policy-oriented organisations. :cite

University Lecturer / Professor
Legal Researcher
Policy Analyst
Senior Legal Consultant
International Law Specialist
Regulatory Affairs Advisor
Think Tank Research Fellow

Program Highlights

Mode: By Research. :cite
Advanced Legal Scholarship: Focus on original legal research. :cite
Expert Supervision: Guidance from experienced legal academics. :cite
Global Relevance: Research aligned with international legal developments. :cite

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