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University of Roehampton: Human Rights and International Law
| Institution | University of Roehampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Social Sciences |
| Web | www.roehampton.ac.uk |
| admissions@roehampton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 8392 3232 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Examine the rhetoric and reality of human rights through a focus on issues that bridge theory and practice.
Navigate the complex landscape of international human rights law, from the foundational UN treaty system and regional mechanisms to contemporary challenges in human rights law. The course integrates knowledge across human rights, development, international relations, conflict studies, and migration law, providing you with sophisticated understanding of how rights frameworks operate within broader political, social, and economic contexts.
Taking an interdisciplinary and holistic approach, you will acquire specialist knowledge of international legal instruments including the International Bill of Rights, core UN treaties, and regional systems like the European and Inter-American human rights frameworks.
You will engage with the mechanics of treaty body systems and individual complaint procedures while developing critical awareness of customary international law and jus cogens norms. This knowledge foundation will be informed by current thinking and debate around emerging issues such as business and human rights, transitional justice, human rights and terrorism and war.
LLM
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should usually hold a second-class honours degree (certain programmes may require a 2:1) from a recognised British or overseas university. Advice on recognition can be obtained from our admissions office. Non-graduates with appropriate professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis by Programme Leaders; contact details can be found on course pages. Applicants will be expected to apply and register for the full masters award. If you have a third-class honours degree, we encourage you to complete an application as we will consider your wider circumstances in making a decision on your application. |
| Location | Main Site Erasmus House Roehampton Lane London SW15 5PU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should usually hold a second-class honours degree (certain programmes may require a 2:1) from a recognised British or overseas university. Advice on recognition can be obtained from our admissions office. Non-graduates with appropriate professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis by Programme Leaders; contact details can be found on course pages. Applicants will be expected to apply and register for the full masters award. If you have a third-class honours degree, we encourage you to complete an application as we will consider your wider circumstances in making a decision on your application. |
| Location | Main Site Erasmus House Roehampton Lane London SW15 5PU |
University of Roehampton
The University of Roehampton offers a diverse range of postgraduate taught and research programmes that are industry-relevant, career focused and taught by leading experts and researchers.
Our research has shaped national policy, supported communities worldwide, championed a fair and just society, and led to advances in health and wellbeing. It is fundamental to our university and will play a key role in what you learn here at Roehampton.
Based in southwest London, we are just 30 minutes away from central London, providing you with a wide range of employment opportunities.
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