International Human Rights Law LLM

Program Overview

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It offers a comprehensive understanding of global and local human rights concerns, examining their protection systems and ongoing debates. Graduates are equipped with advanced knowledge and critical insights, preparing them for careers in human rights law, policy development, and related fields. The program features a range of optional modules and emphasizes research excellence, professional insights, and career support.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

This LLM in International Human Rights Law is an advanced course taught by international experts, offering a unique focus on the theories and practice of rights. It provides a vibrant environment for exploring this significant area of law and policy. Students will explore different domestic, regional, and international human rights legal systems to analyze how rights have been legalized, developed, and enforced through the theory and practice of human rights. The course delves into the law relating to the protection of life and human dignity, freedom from torture and other ill-treatment, freedom of expression, and human rights with regard to media organizations, terrorism, healthcare, the family, and disabled people.

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Outline:

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Compulsory Modules:

• Comparative Human Rights Law (15 credits): This module examines the concept of rights in political philosophy and explores global and local human rights concerns.
• Postgraduate Legal Research Skills (15 credits): This module focuses on developing legal research and writing skills, essential for the dissertation.
• Dissertation (60 credits): Students undertake an independent piece of research on a chosen topic, demonstrating their research skills and knowledge.
• International Human Rights (30 credits): This module investigates the impact of international human rights and analyzes their relevance to domestic law.

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Optional Modules (Selection of Typical Options):

• Rethinking Policing 1 (15 credits)
• International Criminal Law (15 credits)
• Intercultural Business and Organisational Communication (15 credits)
• Security, Conflict and Justice (30 credits)
• Cyberlaw: Regulation of Cyberspace (15 credits)
• Environmental Law (15 credits)
• Globalisation and Crime (15 credits)
• Inequalities, Law and Justice (30 credits)
• Theories of Social Justice (15 credits)
• Corporate Social Responsibility (15 credits)
• The International Law of Foreign Investment (15 credits)
• World Trade Organisation Law (15 credits)
• Digital Environment: Law, Technologies & Human Rights (15 credits)
• Contemporary Issues in Intellectual Property: Genetic Resources, Traditional Knowledge and Cultural Expressions (15 credits)
• Contemporary Issues in Intellectual Property: Health, Food and Biotechnology (15 credits)
• Human Rights and Disabled People 1 (15 credits)
• Human Rights and Disabled People 2 (15 credits)
• Global Human Rights Advocacy (30 credits)
• The Foundations of Global Governance through Law (15 credits)
• Advanced Global Governance through Law (15 credits)

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Note:

From September 2024, the Global Governance Through Law module (30 credits) will be taught across two shorter modules: The Foundations of Global Governance through Law (15 credits) and Advanced Global Governance through Law (15 credits).

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Assessment:

Assessment is typically undertaken through a combination of methods, including:

• Dissertation: A written piece of work up to 10,000 words, demonstrating research skills and knowledge.

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Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program utilizes a variety of teaching and learning methods, including weekly lectures, bi-weekly seminars, and online learning.
• Faculty: Students are taught by expert academics, ranging from lecturers to professors.
They may also be taught by industry professionals with extensive experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers.

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Careers:

Graduates from this program often pursue careers that involve understanding and applying human rights law and developing policies at an organizational level. While further training may be required, many graduates go on to practice as lawyers or legal advisors. Recent graduates have secured positions in the UK and overseas in various organizations, including:

• Ministry of Defence
• Women for Women International
• Deafblind Association of Zambia
• European Commission
• United Nations
• Non-governmental organizations
• Government sector
Many graduates also pursue further study by commencing PhD research.

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Other:

• Research Excellence and Professional Insight: Students benefit from the expertise of leading academics in a stimulating research environment.
The program is supported by research groups such as the Centre for Business Law and Practice (CBLP), Centre for Criminal Justice Studies (CCJS), Centre for Law and Social Justice (CLSJ), and Centre for Innovation and Research in Legal Education (CIRLE).
• School-based Skills Team: The School-based Skills Team provides individual skills development advice for module assessments, dissertations, and wider studies.
They offer workshops on critical thinking, researching, planning, time management, and editing.
• Careers Support: The School of Law offers career and personal development support through dedicated Employability Officers.
Students can book one-to-one appointments to discuss career aspirations and receive advice on making the most of their time at Leeds. The School also arranges community engagement (pro bono) and work experience opportunities, career development workshops, guest speaker events, and careers fairs throughout the year.

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| UK fees | £12,500 (Total) |

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| International fees | £26,500 (Total) |