LLM Human Rights and Legal Practice

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55 to 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 89, with at least 17 in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission to a specific program. Some courses may have additional requirements, such as a portfolio or an interview, and competition for certain programs may be high.

The University of Roehampton offers various scholarships and financial support options to help students fund their education. While specific scholarships may vary from year to year.

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: This is a merit-based scholarship that offers a partial fee waiver for undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.
2. International Excellence Scholarships: These scholarships are available to international students and provide a partial fee waiver based on academic merit.
3. Sports Scholarships: The University of Roehampton offers sports scholarships to talented athletes who can contribute to the university's sports teams.
4. Alumni Scholarship: This scholarship is available to Roehampton graduates who wish to pursue postgraduate studies at the university. It provides a tuition fee reduction.
5. Departmental Scholarships: Some academic departments at the University of Roehampton may offer scholarships or bursaries specific to their discipline. These scholarships are often based on academic achievement or other criteria determined by the department.

Graduates of the LLM in Human Rights and Legal Practice program at the University of Roehampton are well-prepared for diverse and impactful career opportunities in the field of human rights and legal practice.

1. Human Rights Lawyer: Graduates can pursue careers as human rights lawyers, representing clients in cases related to human rights violations, discrimination, or civil liberties.

2. Legal Advisor: Many graduates work as legal advisors for governmental bodies, international organizations, or non-governmental organizations (NGOs), providing legal counsel on human rights issues.

3. International Human Rights Advocate: Graduates may choose to work as international human rights advocates, addressing global human rights concerns and collaborating with international bodies such as the United Nations.

4. Policy Analyst: Some graduates enter the field of policy analysis, assessing and shaping policies related to human rights and social justice.

5. NGO Officer: Graduates can work with NGOs dedicated to human rights advocacy, managing projects, conducting research, and promoting human rights causes.

6. Academic or Researcher: Opportunities exist in academia and research, where graduates can contribute to the academic discourse on human rights through teaching and research positions.