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University of Reading: Human Rights
| Institution | University of Reading |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Law |
| Web | https://www.reading.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0118 378 5289 |
| Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
Develop doctrinal knowledge and a sophisticated theoretical understanding of human rights within an international learning environment. Study topics such as human rights law, policy and practice, refugee law, law of armed conflict, and the use of military force.
Graduates of this programme have gone on to work for international tribunals, international organisations, and leading law firms, in the UK and globally.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/Subject-area/law-pg/llm-human-rights
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent). Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Our students come with a variety of relevant legal and non-legal experience and all applicants are considered on individual merit. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 17100 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 17100 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
**Concentrate on the study of human rights law and policy in its social, political and philosophical context on this exciting LLM Human Rights degree.**
This course responds to the needs of students seeking an LLM Human Rights course, equipping you with both doctrinal knowledge and a sophisticated theoretical understanding of human rights. The LLM also encourages critical reflection on how to best promote human rights in practice.
A wide choice of modules are offered not only by the School of Law, but by a number of other Schools and Departments including the Graduate Institute of Political and International Studies and the ICMA Centre, part of the renowned Henley Business School.
High quality teaching is supported by expert academic researchers and practitioners, in a dynamic and international learning environment, and links with employers provide opportunities for you to gain real-world experience.
**Careers**
The skills gained by undertaking a postgraduate law degree are in great demand from both legal and non-legal employers.
LLM Human Rights Law will be an asset for students seeking employment in:
- domestic and international human rights organisations
- United Nations agencies
- legal practice and international advocacy in the human rights field
- international courts and tribunals
- human rights NGOs
- the public service (in the areas of social welfare, immigration, foreign relations, humanitarian aid, international development, etc)
- law reform agencies
- the media (journalism and broadcasting)
- security
- academia (with further postgraduate study)
- business (in such fields as human resource management and corporate social responsibility).
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Our students come with a variety of relevant legal and non-legal experience and all applicants are considered on individual merit. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent). |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 17100 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 8100 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 17100 GBP for Whole course |
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