Research

We are dedicated to progress in the field of law, actively shaping legal policy and participating in global debates on justice and rights, while giving new ideas and arguments a platform in a fast-evolving world.

We are made up of a community of the brightest minds, including legal doctrinal scholars, criminologists, ethicists, sociologists and socio-legal scholars, producing a wide range of scholarly and policy-oriented publications.

We help shape law, policy and social change through our active engagement and knowledge exchange with policy-makers, legislators, NGOs and activists working across a spectrum of sectors and specialisms.

Now, we invite you to explore the research themes that foster collaboration within Law and the wider world.

The University of Manchester Legal Research Paper Series features a wide-ranging collection of legal scholarship in core research areas.

Our four main centres ensure our research is dedicated to making a real impact.

We are committed to addressing some of today’s most pressing legal challenges.

Our PhD students are an integral part of our vibrant and supportive research community.

We actively encourage our students to get involved in research at all levels of study.

Our specialist knowledge and resources ensure we play an active role in the changing legal and policy landscape.