Program Overview
The International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law at University of Essex 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 Humanitarian 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 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Colchester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Human Rights and Humanitarian 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
- Dissertation: LLM International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
- Foundation Essay for Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
- International Human Rights: Law, Institutions and Practice
- International Law of Armed Conflict for Humanitarian Situations
- Acute Crises and Displacement (optional)
- Business and Human Rights (optional)
- European Convention on Human Rights I (optional)
- European Union Law and Human Rights (optional)
- Public International Law (optional)
- Freedom of Expression, Privacy and the Media (optional)
- Human Rights and Development (optional)
- Human Rights for Women (optional)
- International Child Law (optional)
- International Criminal Law (optional)
- International Trade, Investment and Human Rights. (optional)
- Promotion and Protection of Human Rights in Africa (optional)
- Religion and Human Rights (optional)
- The Law of International Peacekeeping (optional)
- Foundations of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (optional)
- The Protection of Minorities and Indigenous Peoples in International Law (optional)
- Topics in the International Law of Armed Conflict for Humanitarian Situations (optional)
- Transitional Justice (optional)
- Mainly taught through seminars, supplemented by lectures where appropriate
- Small group teaching
- Postgraduates are welcome to participate in and present their work at our popular School Seminar Series
- Virtually all your modules are assessed by a combination of essays, take-home examinations or 100% coursework
- Your dissertation is normally between 15,000-20,000 words in length
- A compulsory component of our LLM courses
- Supervision and guidance is given
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A degree with an overall 2:1.
- IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5 except for 6.0 in writing
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Essex 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 University of Essex
University of Essex
Colchester, United Kingdom
University of Essex is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months