Law and Human Rights

Birkbeck, University of London
Undergraduate LLB (Hons) Full-time 3 Years LawPolicing

A-Level Entry

BBC

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

On the LLB Law and Human Rights, you will gain skills, knowledge, insight and experience from our expert academics and practitioners in the fields of human rights and public law. The world of human rights is vast and changing quickly. At the start of this degree, you will study the introductory human rights course that covers basic principles, treaties and cases in the area of human rights. Then you will study more advanced modules on specific topics such as migration, medical ethics, immigration, international law, labour law, political violence, social welfare and armed conflict, among others. You may also choose to complete your final research project on a topic of human rights. In addition to foundational legal reasoning skills, on this human rights-focused law degree you will also develop:

  • knowledge of the relationship between national and international laws

  • an understanding of what it may mean in practice to have to balance conflicting concepts of justice

  • the ability to assess the wider social, historical and political dimensions of rights-based social movements.

    The LLB Law and Human Rights is ideal if you have a keen interest in the role of law in the pursuit of global justice. Human rights is also a sub-field of study that is highly relevant to the domestic practice of law.

    Teaching on this LLB Law and Human Rights is very flexible to respond to the needs of our students. This course has an evening timetable with lectures, seminars and classes taking place in the evening. Some daytime and online teaching is available, depending on the modules you choose.

    Highlights

  • Birkbeck is a leading international centre for world-class legal teaching, research and scholarship. You will be taught by field-leading academic staff, alongside experienced solicitors, barristers and judges from across the legal sector.

  • Career development and skills enhancement are a key part of studying this course. You will have access to a huge range of careers support including Birkbeck's Careers Service, Birkbeck Talent and Birkbeck Futures.

  • You will have opportunities to network with real-world legal professionals through our Mentoring Pathways Scheme, Legal Practice Conversations, Legal Professionals Insight Evening and Careers Fair, and open days are held exclusively for Birkbeck students.

  • You will be able to put your learning into practice with our various law clinics: University of London Refugee Law Clinic, Environmental Law Foundation, River House Law Clinic and Release. You can also join our Law Society and our highly successful Mooting team.

    Careers and employability

    Graduates can pursue career paths in the legal profession, human resources or local government. Possible professions include:

  • barrister

  • solicitor

  • chartered legal executive

  • human resources officer.

    We offer a comprehensive careers service - Careers and Enterprise - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points
    BTEC DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: LLB (Hons)

    Location: London

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: LLB (Hons)

    Location: London

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1136 Human resource managers and directors
    3520 Legal associate professionals
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2412 Solicitors and lawyers
    4113 Officers of non-governmental organisations
    2419 Legal professionals

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Law, Policing

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