At Essex we specialise in Business law and Human rights law. We’re proud to have provided excellence in research and education for over 50 years, we're 3rd in the UK for research power in law (THE research power measure, REF2021) and 9th for Law in the UK (THE World University Rankings by subject 2023). You'll be taught by academics who are policy advisors for the UN, the UK government and foreign governments. If you’re curious for answers and want to make a real difference, Essex is for you.
The European Master’s Programme in Human Rights and Democratisation (EMA) is organised by the Global Campus of Human Rights, a worldwide network of universities seeking to advance human rights and democracy education. EMA is a one-year course that provides a practice and policy-oriented approach to learning that combines legal, political, historical, anthropological, and philosophical perspectives of Human Rights and Democratisation with skill building activities and a field trip exercise.
Oxford has the largest law faculty in the United Kingdom and is a leading centre for research. It also offers a range of Postgraduate courses covering all aspects of the law and legal scholarship: our oldest programme, the Bachelor of Civil Law; the Magister Juris, a companion programme to the BCL for those from a civil law background; and three more specialist programmes, the MSc in Law and Finance, the MSc in Criminology, and the MSc in Taxation (the latter a part-time programme).
Leiden Law School is the oldest and one of the largest law schools in the Netherlands. During its history Leiden University has continuously managed to maintain its reputation in excellence by combining the highest level of academic teaching with that of acclaimed innovative and creative research.
A big school reputation with a small school feel. At UConn School of Law, you will have the opportunity to explore law and theory in an atmosphere that fosters a spirit of collaboration and cooperation. UConn Law offers four specialized LLM programs with an outstanding faculty, small classes, practice-based learning, flexibility and low tuition. We currently offer LLM programs in U.S. Legal Studies, Insurance Law, Energy & Environmental Law, and Human Rights & Social Justice.
As a World Top 60 Law School, Birmingham Law School provides world-class teaching across a range of legal topics, and allows you to tailor your degree to your interests or career. The Birmingham LLM allows you to follow a general route, with complete flexibility in module selection, or to follow a specialist pathway in Commercial Law, Criminal Law, International Commercial Law, International Law and Globalisation, International Law: Crime, Justice and Human Rights; or International Trade Law.
The Graduate Institute, Geneva, or "IHEID", is Europe’s oldest school of international affairs. Since the times of Hans Kelsen, who published his influential 'Pure Theory of Law' while a professor at the Institute, the International Law Department has been at the forefront of international law research, education and practice. The Department offers several post-graduate degrees in international law, including its new LL.M. in public international law, with various specialisations.
Join a world top 25 University (QS 2024 World University Rankings) to advance your knowledge and career in law or criminology. Established in 1707, Edinburgh Law School is renowned for its international and interdisciplinary outlook and has been at the heart of legal education and research for more than 300 years.
Swansea's School of Law is at the forefront of legal education, and holds several specialist research centres, each with international reputations. Our School houses a thriving academic environment, supported by staff with extensive real-world experience. We prepare our students for a range of careers, combining high quality legal education with the skills needed to succeed. We boost our students’ prospects with experiential learning opportunities and placements with a range of key partners.
At Northeastern University School of Law, the LLM program offers law graduates from around the world the opportunity to study at the top experiential law school in the US. The On-Campus LLM program offers students the opportunity for a full-time legal practice experience (co-op) as an integral part of the academic curriculum. Students may choose from a General Program or one of five specializations. Northeastern also offers an Online LLM with a flexible online learning format.
Join a law school with a world-class reputation and global outlook. The University of Reading’s School of Law is ranked in the top 175 universities in the world for Law (ranked 151-175 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2022), and 99% of our research is of international standing (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Law).
We are a top 10 UK Law School* in a world leading University**. Our rich portfolio of postgraduate degrees is shaped and delivered by globally renowned academics who combine teaching and research excellence so you graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue top-flight careers within law and beyond. (*Complete University Guide 2024 / ** Top 60 QS World University Rankings 2023)
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There is a misconception that a post-LL.M. career in human rights is “mushy”, but it’s intellectually rigorous, from defending Guantanamo Bay detainees, to helping Roma children
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These LL.M. programs are increasingly popular at a time when environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues have risen to prominence in recent years
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Pro bono opportunities are harder to come by, but the scope of the work is evolving into capital markets and corporate law
LL.M. Degrees Get Meaningful
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Lawyers are expanding their roles to address wider business, political and social questions, prompting law schools to overhaul LL.M. curricula
Legal Clinics Bring Learning to Life for LL.M. Students
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Law schools around the world are innovating and offering students practical experience in work clinics, often with a focus on social justice
Pondering Ethical Questions in a Biotechnology LL.M.
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In response to a burgeoning market, specialized LL.M. programs are offering students the opportunity to study the ethical and legal side of biotech
How LL.M. Degrees are Embracing Sustainability and Social Justice
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Student and employer demand is high for courses that tackle world problems
LL.M. Programs in National Security and International Security Law
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