Overview

The International Human Rights - Part-time (Online) programme at The University of Law provides an in-depth exploration of how international legal frameworks protect individuals across the globe. This Master of Laws is designed for both law and non-law graduates seeking to specialise in global and regional human rights regulation. Students examine various systems across Europe, Africa, and the Americas to understand the real-world application of legal rules.

Why International Human Rights - Part-time (Online) at The University of Law?

Choosing to study this programme allows you to learn from a faculty comprised of subject matter experts, including former and current legal practitioners. The University of Law maintains strategic partnerships with various firms and accreditation bodies, ensuring the curriculum remains relevant to the modern legal landscape. The online delivery model offers an innovatively flexible structure, allowing you to balance your studies with professional or personal commitments through live workshops and recorded sessions.

Students also benefit from the university's Centre of Excellence for Human Rights, which provides specialist resources and networking opportunities. The programme is designed to enhance employability, with data showing that 93% of postgraduate law students from the institution were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating. Furthermore, the course helps build an international network by connecting students with faculty and industry professionals on a global scale.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 12750 per full
• National fee: GBP 12750 per full

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is delivered through a structured approach involving preparation, engagement, and consolidation. Modules may include:

• International Human Rights
• Research Methods Training
• Dissertation in International Human Rights Law
• English Legal System
• Human Rights Industry
• Immigration Practice

Careers with International Human Rights - Part-time (Online)

Graduating from this programme opens diverse pathways within the human rights industry and the broader legal sector. The skills gained are highly transferable, preparing students for roles in judicial review, immigration practice, and policy work. Many graduates find opportunities within non-governmental organisations (NGOs), charities, and international organisations. The course is also suitable for those aiming for careers in government bodies or specialised legal practices focused on human rights advocacy and international law.