The Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen is one of the oldest legal faculties in Europe, founded in 1479. The faculty is globally renowned for fostering scholarly excellence in legal education, research, and public service. With a strong tradition of contributing to national and international legal development, it supports more than 4,500 students and 135 faculty members while actively engaging in interdisciplinary research and societal impact initiatives. The University of Copenhagen is a member of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), ensuring its global reach and collaboration standards.
The Faculty of Law at the University of Copenhagen is inviting applications for multiple fully funded PhD positions set to begin in February 2026. These positions are ideal for candidates interested in advancing high-level legal research within an intellectually rigorous and supportive academic environment. Research areas must align with core legal disciplines, including but not limited to public law, EU law, international commercial law, and areas taught in the Danish LL.B. curriculum.
Candidates may also apply to the Joint PhD Programme with the University of Iceland, which encourages cross-border academic collaboration.
The PhD programme focuses on three main objectives:
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | 01 September 2025 |
| Interviews | Early December 2025 |
| Employment Start Date | 01 February 2026 |
| Duration of PhD | 3 Years |
Venue: Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen
Address: Studiestræde 6, DK-1455 Copenhagen K, Denmark
Mode: Offline (In-person research and participation required)
Prizes/Benefits:
No application fee.
Applicants must mention a preferred supervisor from the faculty in the application form. Formal contact is not mandatory at the submission stage.
Individual applications only. Group research proposals will not be considered.
Q1: Can international students apply?
Yes, applicants from all nationalities are welcome. The University ensures credential assessment through the Danish Research Agency.
Q2: Is the program open to students without a Master’s degree?
Only candidates with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) or those who will obtain one before 1 Feb 2026 may apply.
Q3: Will PhD candidates be required to teach?
Yes, up to 840 hours over the 3-year term, without additional pay.
Q4: Is proficiency in Danish necessary?
No, the programme is conducted in English, but knowledge of Danish is a plus for teaching purposes.
Q5: How competitive is the selection?
Highly competitive. Applicants are evaluated based on academic performance, project proposal quality, and alignment with the faculty’s research themes.
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Call | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| LL.B. Course Overview | Click Here |
| Joint PhD Programme Info | Read PDF |
| Admission Requirements | Click Here |
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📧 Email: hr-soendre@adm.ku.dk
📍 Address: Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen, Studiestræde 6, DK-1455 Copenhagen K
📞 Contact ID Reference: 211-2192/25-2H #2
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