Phd in Law
/ˌpiːˌeɪtʃˈdiː ɪn lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) An advanced academic degree in law focusing on original research and scholarship beyond professional legal qualifications.
She earned a PhD in Law to specialize in comparative constitutional studies.
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- phd in law
- phds in law
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PhD in Law denotes a research doctorate distinct from professional law degrees like the JD; often pursued by those aiming at academia or specialized legal research.
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