Program Overview
The International Human Rights and Terrorism Law at Lancaster University is a LLM programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Human Rights and Terrorism Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 14,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Lancaster, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Human Rights and Terrorism Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- International Law
- International Human Rights Law
- International Terrorism and the Law
- LL.M Dissertation
- Dissertation (60 credits)
- Law and Global Health
- European Union Law
- International Environmental Law
- The Rights of Peoples
- The Law of International Organisations and Institutions
- Indepedent Research Module
- Conflicts of Law in Business Relations
- International Criminal Law
- The right to adequate food as a human right
- Environmental Law
- International Family Law
- International Investment Law
- LLM Gender, Sexualities and Human Rights
- Transitional Justice, Human Rights and Peacebuilding
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A good second class honours degree, in an appropriate discipline.
- IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Lancaster University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Lancaster University
Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
Lancaster University is a collegiate public research university in Lancaster, Lancashire, England. The university was established in 1964 by royal charter, as one of several new universities...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months