Human Rights - Law or Political Science Pathway (Research Route) The University of Manchester

Overview

These theoretical and practical concerns form the central focus of the degree and are addressed through the compulsory course units. This research route course is designed for students who wish to progress to PhD study. It will appeal particularly to those with an interest in the political, legal and ethical issues that arise from widespread human rights violations globally.

The Human Rights - Law or Political Science Pathway (Research Route) from The University of Manchester provides you with an advanced, critical, interdisciplinary and systematic understanding of human rights issues within a global context. It is an interdisciplinary degree which allows you exposure to developments in international politics, political theory, and law in order to better understand the complex global environment in which human rights claims are made.

Career opportunities

In recent years, our graduates have progressed into careers in a variety of areas, such as:

• academia;
• the Civil Service;
• journalism;
• the NGO sector;
• and a wide range of related positions in both the public and private sectors.