Public International Law

University of Manchester
Postgraduate LLM Full-time 12 Months LawPolicing

About this course

Our LLM in Public International Law allows you to develop high-level expertise in the main areas of international law, including:

  • international human rights law;

  • international humanitarian law;

  • the law on the use of force;

  • international investment law;

  • international environmental and climate change law;

  • and more.

    In addition, you’ll be able to choose from our diverse range of optional course units, allowing you to pursue your own interests.

    You’ll benefit from innovative teaching methods, including problem-based learning, a student-centred approach that encourages you to engage with complex, real-world problems.

    You’ll also have interactive seminars with a focus on debate and discussion, allowing you to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

    Delve into a legal issue of your choice through your individual research project, which is supervised by leading scholars in issues related to security and international law.

    Join our diverse, inclusive and inspiring global student community.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 24 Months

    Qualification: LLM

    Location: Manchester

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 12 Months

    Qualification: LLM

    Location: Manchester

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

    Course Details

    Qualification
    LLM
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    12 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Manchester
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Law, Policing