LLM in Human Rights Law
Bristol, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
25 Jul 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 28,600 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Overseas full-time
Introduction
Overview
You will be challenged and inspired by academics from the globally renowned Human Rights Implementation Centre, which provides opportunities for knowledge and experience in human rights law and practice, including participation in the Human Rights Law Clinic.
Ideal for careers in human rights law, policy and research, this programme develops crucial analytical, communication, and research skills valued by top employers. Our programmes are well respected by leading law firms, with Bristol ranking seventh in the UK for employability (QS Graduate Employability, 2022).
Choosing a postgraduate law degree from the University of Bristol – ranked third in the UK for legal research excellence (THE analysis of REF 2021) – means engaging in a rigorous, research-rich curriculum that will make you stand out to employers. You will be challenged and inspired by our world-leading academics.
Admissions
Curriculum
Course structure
Our vibrant international community and diverse teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and bespoke skills workshops, enrich the LLM experience at the University of Bristol. A wide range of optional units reflect the expertise of our globally renowned academics, allowing you to further specialise your degree.
You will take four units and a compulsory dissertation. You have the option of taking three specialist Human Rights Law units and one unit from any of our other LLM programmes.
Scholarships and Funding
Alumni discount
University of Bristol students and graduates can benefit from a 25% reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study. Check your eligibility for an alumni discount.
Funding for 2025/26
Information about funding and scholarships can be found on the University of Bristol Law School fees and funding webpages. This includes information about the Law School's Think Big about Law and Justice Scholarships, open to international postgraduate students.
Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.
Career Opportunities
Careers
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Graduating from a world-leading university* opens doors to careers in international and European organisations such as the UN and European Commission, as well as roles in governments, think tanks, NGOs, and other agencies. Some graduates also pursue further study or research roles.
This LLM will help you to:
- Develop a solid understanding of human rights law.
- Deepen knowledge of specific human rights issues.
- Build transferable skills.
- Boost prospects for work in related fields.
- Deliver a solid first step towards a research career.
Find out about the unique research opportunities our students get involved in at the Human Rights Law Clinic.
*Ranked 54th in the world (QS World University Ranking 2025)