Law - Human Rights Law

Overview

The Law - Human Rights Law programme taught at the University of Bristol offers you an opportunity to graduate and meet a growing demand for specialist lawyers that have human rights experience and knowledge – and a determination to tackle human rights violations.

The LLM in Human Rights Law offers in-depth, intensive study of institutions and mechanisms at the international and regional levels, as well as more specialist areas such as employment law, mental health law and law around migrant workers, with a variety of related optional units to choose from.

Choosing the LLM in Human Rights Law means being challenged and inspired by academics from the Human Rights Implementation Centre, globally renowned for its groundbreaking research and work across the world. The Centre offers many opportunities for students to gain knowledge and experience in human rights law and practice, including participation in the Human Rights Law Clinic.

Careers

Graduating from the Law School with a master's in human rights law will open doors for careers in a variety of sectors. The content and approach to teaching in this programme develops and deepens understanding of human rights law, whilst building many transferable skills.

The LLM in Human Rights Law is suitable for not only those with some previous knowledge of human rights law, but also students seeking an introduction to specific human rights law issues or looking to take a solid first step towards a research career.