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Starts Tuesday 20th October 2026

Application Deadline: Thursday 24th September 2026

Starts Tuesday 20th October 2026

Application Deadline: Thursday 24th September 2026

LLM in International Human Rights explores the birth of human rights thinking and the struggle to balance competing rights

Learn the skills and knowledge needed to handle legal conflicts related to enforcing human rights conventions through this international human rights law masters degree program.

In Partnership with Liverpool John Moores University

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Boost your expertise in Human Rights Law

  • Skill Development: Boost your expertise and stay ahead in your field with advanced skills.
  • Flexibility: Enjoy the convenience of a fully online program that seamlessly fits into your professional and personal life.
  • Comprehensive Learning: Choose from various qualifications, including a LLM, PG Certificate or PG Diploma to advance your career.

International Human Rights Law: Choose your Award

This innovative masters in human rights law course has been designed to provide the opportunity for the advanced study of human rights law in an international context. We will use case studies and cutting-edge documentation to provide a thorough coverage of this fascinating area of law.

International Human Rights Law - PGCert

  • Duration: 9 months
  • Start dates: 21st October 2024
  • Modules: 1 to 3
  • The PGCert requires the successful completion of 60 credits

International Human Rights Law - PGDip

  • Duration: 18 months
  • Start dates: 21st October 2024
  • Modules: 1 to 7
  • The PGDip requires the successful completion of 120 credits

International Human Rights Law - LLM

  • Duration: 26 months
  • Start dates: 21st October 2024
  • Modules: All 8 modules
  • The LLM requires the successful completion of 180 credits

Why Study International Human Rights Law?

What You’ll Learn

By completing the LLM in International Human Rights Law online program, you will be able to:

  • Analyse and critically appreciate the practices within the international legal system and its application within the international human rights legal institutions.

  • Demonstrate a critical awareness of the factors which have shaped the ECHR and the convention institutions.

  • Employ advanced skills to handle potential conflicts among the different underpinning philosophies and more!

LJMU Wins Law School of the Year

Liverpool John Moores University’s School of Law and Justice Studies has been named Law School of the Year.

The university was recognised at an Educate North Awards ceremony held in Manchester which celebrates excellence and world-class achievements across the University, HE, FE and Sixth Form sectors in the North of England.

' The school is exemplary in our collective commitment to student success, public service and making a difference within our community. '

Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mark Power

100% Online

  • Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
  • Flexible – take control of where, when, how, and the rate at which you study
  • Professional – industry-leading course directors and tutors
  • Quality – study the same course corporations use for internal training
  • Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world, using our online tutorial forum to ask questions and share knowledge
  • Save money – no additional travel or accommodation costs