LLM International Human Rights and Inequalities at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

Are you passionate about social justice, global equality and international legal reform? Developed and delivered by Manchester Law School’s leading researchers, this course offers a unique blend of theory, practice and critical engagement. It goes beyond conventional legal education by exploring the relationship between human rights, inequality and justice on a global scale.

What you will study

This course offers a distinctive and dynamic approach to studying international law, inequalities and justice. You’ll engage with three core subject modules: international human rights law, international criminal law and inequalities and justice. Modules core: International Human Rights, International Criminal Law, Inequalities and Justice, Research Skills, Research Design, Advanced Independent Study (Law); options: International Dispute Resolution, Law, Terrorism and Human Rights, Safeguarding, Gender Equity and Children's Rights.

Career pathways

Many of our LLM students go on to work with NGOs, law firms, international organisations or government bodies engaged in human rights, criminal justice and social policy. This LLM opens doors to meaningful, socially conscious legal careers dedicated to driving change.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You'll need a UK honours degree, at least a 2:2, in law or a related humanities, social science or business discipline, or the international equivalent. Alternatively, a Graduate Diploma in Law or Common Professional Examination to a 2:2, a non-UK professional exemption, a graduate conversion equivalent, or a related postgraduate diploma or degree. English language requirements. We require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. IELTS 6.5 overall.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/course/llm-international-human-rights-and-inequalities#how-to-apply

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