LLM International Law
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| Typical Entry Requirements | Applicants should normally possess a first degree (First or Second class or equivalent) awarded by a UK university or recognised overseas institution. In addition, students whose first language is not English will be expected to have achieved a minimum of IELTS 6.5. |
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| Programme length | 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time |
| Planned intake | 20 |
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| Start date | September |
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| Fees | Fees for this programme can be found on our fee rates 2010/2011 page. |
| Teaching hours | Students will participate in approximately 1200 hours of learning time, consisting of approximately two hours per week of classes on taught modules, with the remainder consisting of independent study. |
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For general enquiriesT: 0800 980 3200 or +44 (0)1483 681681 For admissions enquiries
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The post-Cold War world has been rocked by events such as the ‘War on Terror’, the recent conflict in Iraq and the humanitarian crises in regions like Darfur. Globalisation and international trade also play their part. Laws between states are as important today as are laws within states.
This programme will enable you to gain a deeper and more profound understanding of this exciting and still developing area, through looking more closely at some of the areas of current controversy.
Given the fluid nature of international law, students seeking to specialise in this area will benefit from many opportunities to engage in and debate the key controversies of this subject in groups and seminar discussions. During the programme you will have the chance to understand, examine and apply fundamental concepts of international law from both theoretical and political perspectives.
You will also learn more about the international system itself and global dispute resolution.
Module Overview
You will take four optional modules, at least two of which must be chosen from the International Law module list below. You may choose to study up to two modules from other subject areas within the Law postgraduate portfolio (see the list under the LLM Law information). Some modules may not be offered if numbers are too low. In addition, students taking the LLM programme will complete a dissertation in a topic related to international law. You will discuss the nature and scope of your topic with your tutors during your time at the University.
International Criminal Law
This module will give students a thorough understanding of the way in which the International Criminal Court and other international criminal tribunals deal with criminal acts such as genocide and crimes against humanity. It will also examine alternatives to criminal trials.
International Environmental Law
This module introduces legal aspects of issues around climate change and scarce water resources, some of the growing environmental challenges the world now faces. A new field of law has emerged in order to tackle these issues. You will consider the ongoing debate – environment versus development and trade.
International Human Rights
This module develops students’ critical and theoretical understanding of human rights protection at an international level, by looking at both the United Nations and at regional systems. It will probe differing attitudes and opinions over which rights should be protected and how this should be achieved.
International Law and the Death Penalty
This module investigates the death penalty as it is applied within selected international human rights regions. It will focus upon the United Nations, the European Convention System of Human Rights, the African Union and the Commonwealth Caribbean. It will also investigate how international law is dealt with in countries such as the United States and China which apply the death penalty.
International Trade Law
This module provides a critical understanding of the legal and business framework of international trade. You will examine both European and international laws on topics such as international sales, financing, insurance and carriage.
Law, International Trade and Development
This module explores the international framework of policies and legal measures adopted by states and international institutions. These bridge the gap between developed and developing countries. Special attention will be given to the work of the World Trade Organization and other regional trade agreements.
Law of Armed Conflict
This module adopts a critical examination of the laws regulating when and how states are permitted to use force, whether in their own right or under the authority of the United Nations. You will consider the extent to which international force is justified and the consequences of its use.
The Law of International Organisations
This module focuses on the legal nature of the United Nations and its component parts. It will also examine other international institutions and the concept of international legal personality. You will also address how these international bodies participate in the development of rules of international law.
