The University of Law · Part-time
LLM International Child Law
A Master of Laws (LLM) in International Child Law is a postgraduate degree designed for both law and non-law graduates to enhance their academic legal knowledge. This internationally recognised Master’s focuses on a range of issues related to the rights of chi…
LLM2 yearsPart-time
The University of Law · Law
A Master of Laws (LLM) in International Child Law is a postgraduate degree designed for both law and non-law graduates to enhance their academic legal knowledge. This internationally recognised Master’s focuses on a range of issues related to the rights of children helping you to develop the skills and knowledge needed to progress in a career within family law and family support, charities, humanitarian sector, immigration, policy advisory, and regulation. This course provides an in depth knowledge of International Child Law in practice including an ability to apply complex legal rules to real world problems. You will develop an in-depth understanding of the international framework of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the right to healthcare. You will also explore key issues such as child labour, international child abduction, and intercountry adoption. When you study the LLM International Child Law with us you will: - Be taught by our expert lecturers, including subject matter specialists, former and current practitioners, and research and teaching focused academics. - Benefit from strategic partnerships with firms, regulators and accreditation bodies, which inform our programme development. - Improve your employability by gaining important transferable skills and mapping your career with our careers team. - Strengthen your network - connect with other students, faculty and industry professionals on an international scale, and seek out opportunities for future placements and job opportunities. - Get ahead of the competition - gain in-depth knowledge of your topic of interest and become a subject expert, which will provide you with a competitive edge in the job market. - Enjoy flexibility - We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different. That’s why we offer a wide range of study modes (full-time, part-time, on campus, online) across our courses to provide you with the greatest choice and flexibility you need to succeed in your studies. - Prepare for the future of Legal Technology – study modules in legal technology and gain insight into this emerging area of law. Please note that, due to Home Office regulations, students who require a Student Route visa to study with us are not permitted to study online and can only choose face-to-face taught modules. This course is currently available at our London Bloomsbury campus, as well as online. Please note that campus locations are subject to change and may vary by intake and start date. Please check our website for more information.
Getting in
As the university states it
Students should possess a UK bachelors degree in any subject at 2:2 or above, or an equivalent qualification. A compulsory two week induction is required for all students, unless they can evidence the successful completion of either: an LLB or equivalent; or a minimum of 3 legal modules, worth at least 80 QCFcredits that must include; English Legal System Contract Law Law of Tort English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
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