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Law, Human Rights in Criminal Justice - LLM / MA

Explore the intersection of human rights and criminal justice across national and international legal systems.

Key information

NFQ Level NFQ Level 9 Major
Duration One year or two years
Attendance Full-time or Part-time
Programme type Taught
Delivery In-person
Start date September
Award Masters

During this programme, you will  

  • Explore the intersection of human rights and criminal justice across national and international legal systems. 

  • Choose from a wide range of modules including Policing and Human Rights, International Criminal Law, Criminology, and the Law of the European Convention on Human Rights. 

  • Apply for the LLM if you have a law degree, or the MA if your background is in a related discipline such as politics, sociology, or international relations. 

  • Build practical legal skills through mock trials, clinical legal education, and research-led teaching. 

  • Benefit from flexible study options designed to support working professionals, including part-time pathways and module scheduling. 

  • Access international placements in the US, Canada, and Europe, and take advantage of UL’s Erasmus partnerships. 

  • Learn from expert faculty and engage with legal professionals, public agencies, and NGOs. 

  • Join a vibrant student community at UL, ranked Ireland’s best for student support and welcome. 
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