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LLM International Law: Conflict, Security & Human Rights at Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Explore the relationships between international human rights law, conflict and security to help resolve current issues in an increasingly challenging global landscape. Gain enhanced knowledge of contemporary issues affecting the world's population, such as conflict, security and human rights. You'll develop an understanding of both international and national efforts to address these.

Faculty: Leeds Law School  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: 20 Sep 2027  |  Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Laws of Armed Conflict & Use of Force, Legal Research Methods, Democracy, Rule of Law & Human Rights, LLM Dissertation, Competition Law & the Digital Economy, Professional Practice Placement, Genocide & War Crimes, International Commercial Law, Disability in International Human Rights Law.

Career pathways

This master’s course will provide you with specialist knowledge in political theory, immigration, citizenship, security laws, terrorism and counter terrorism, human rights and international human rights law. It will broaden your employability prospects in a variety of sectors, including:

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Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements. IELTS IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. Modules, teaching and learning Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support. Our silver status in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework, reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,740 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £11740. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,995 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18995. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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