Law - Human Rights in Criminal Justice
Explore the intersection of human rights and criminal justice in this specialized master's programme.
Best for:Best for law graduates and social science professionals seeking advanced specialization in criminal justice and human rights.
Overview
The University of Limerick offers a comprehensive master's programme exploring the inter-relationship between human rights and criminal justice. Students can earn an LL.M. with a primary degree in law or an M.A. from a cognate social science discipline. The curriculum covers core legal frameworks, elective modules, and rigorous assessments designed for advanced legal and social inquiry. Applicants engage in critical analysis of contemporary human rights challenges within penal and justice systems.
What you'll do
- Complete core and elective modules addressing human rights and criminal justice
- Participate in seminars, lectures, and interactive legal case discussions
- Engage with interdisciplinary assessment instruments and research projects
- Produce a master's thesis or equivalent capstone assessment
Requirements
Degree required: Second class honours degree, grade 2 (2.2) in law or a relevant social science (Level 8 primary degree)
Degree offered: LL.M. or M.A.
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge of law or relevant social sciences
- Critical reading and legal analysis capabilities
- Academic research and writing proficiency
- Applicants must hold a Level 8 primary degree (2.2 grade or higher) in law or cognate social science
- Applicants lacking standard undergraduate qualifications may be considered via Recognition of Prior Learning based on relevant work experience
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Applicants should submit their application through the university's online postgraduate admissions portal. Ensure all necessary academic transcripts and supporting documentation are provided upon application.
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