Doctor of Philosophy in Law (Research) (Prior Publication)

About the course

Law PhD (Prior Publication) route recognising a sustained body of publishable legal scholarship. Assessed through publications and a critical synthesis to demonstrate originality. The Doctor of Philosophy in Law (Research) (Prior Publication) (PhD / Doctoral) curriculum develops core academic skills, critical thinking, and discipline-specific foundations needed for progression into higher-level university study.

Career outcome

Graduates may progress in academia, legal research and policy advisory work. Suitable for advancing to lecturer roles, senior researcher positions and specialist legal consultancy.

Living Costs in Subang Jaya**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) RM 9 - 12	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) RM 1,304 - 1,725	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) RM 696 - 920
Transportation (Daily) RM 5 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) RM 318 - 421

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)