Master of Law - Human Rights Advocacy (Placement Year)

A master's degree in law is a fantastic way for law graduates to develop a specialisation, or for non-lawyers working in related fields to gain a deeper understanding of legal issues.

This LLM pathway is a unique course that allows students to specialise in human rights from a highly practical perspective; the focus on advocacy translates into valuable clinical skills that enable students to put their knowledge of human rights law into practice. They will study the core principles of human rights advocacy, rooted in knowledge of the European Convention on Human Rights, developing expertise in an increasingly vital area of law that has implications for individuals throughout the world facing discrimination and persecution.

Alongside the optional modules, students may choose to either write a 15,000-word dissertation or conduct a work-based project that will give them valuable experience of dealing with a specific legal issue in detail.

The course is perfect for lawyers and law graduates looking for career development, although all of the LLM courses can be studied by students without a background in law since they will be trained in the necessary analytical and legal skills.

Placements will be provided and supported either by UEL or a partner organisation where students will gain worthwhile and practical real-world experience in handling issues relating to aspects of social welfare law. This is a unique and exceptional opportunity for students to work in law. 

As such, the programme will also provide ideal training for paralegals, journalists, NGO and charity workers, policy advisors, consultants, lawyers, those working in business and finance, or anyone who will benefit from a legal education in their career.