LLM International Human Rights

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: International students applying for postgraduate programs at the University of Galway are generally required to have achieved a minimum academic performance equivalent to 60% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no individual section scoring below 6.
• TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 88 with minimum section scores of Listening 7, Speaking 16, Writing 18, and Reading 8.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 61, with a minimum score of 48.

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's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

NUI Galway offers various scholarships and financial aid options specifically tailored to support international students pursuing their academic endeavors at the university. These scholarships aim to assist students in managing the costs associated with studying abroad and encourage academic excellence. 

International Student Scholarships: NUI Galway provides scholarships dedicated to international students based on academic merit, varying from partial tuition fee waivers to substantial scholarships covering a significant portion of tuition costs.

Government and External Scholarships: The university assists international students in availing themselves of government-funded scholarships or external funding opportunities offered by various organizations, both in Ireland and internationally. These scholarships may be country-specific or based on academic achievement and specific fields of study.

Research Scholarships: For postgraduate research students, NUI Galway offers several research scholarships and funding options. These scholarships support research projects and cover tuition fees, living expenses, or research-related costs.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships: There are diverse scholarships available for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students across various disciplines, rewarding academic achievement and supporting talented individuals seeking higher education at NUI Galway.

Specific Program Scholarships: Some scholarships are program-specific, focusing on particular courses or areas of study, aiming to attract high-caliber students to those fields.

Graduates of the LLM in International Human Rights program have diverse career paths.

1. Human Rights Lawyer: Careers involve working with human rights organizations, legal clinics, or governmental bodies, advocating for the protection and promotion of human rights.

2. Policy Analyst/Researcher: Opportunities exist in research institutions or think tanks, analyzing human rights policies, contributing to reports, and influencing policy changes.

3. International Humanitarian Worker: Graduates may work with international humanitarian organizations, assisting in human rights interventions, refugee rights, or conflict resolution efforts.

4. Human Rights Educator: Careers involve teaching in educational institutions or conducting training programs focusing on human rights issues and advocacy.

5. Legal Advisor/Consultant: Graduates can work in legal firms or consultancy, advising on human rights law, providing legal aid, or conducting impact assessments.

6. Governmental Officer/Diplomat: Opportunities exist in government agencies or diplomatic missions, focusing on human rights policies, and representing human rights interests internationally.

7. Advocate/Activist: Careers involve grassroots activism, campaigning for human rights causes, raising awareness, and mobilizing communities for social change.