MA Law, Human Rights in Criminal Justice
Course Overview
The LLM/MA in Human Rights in Criminal Justice at the University of Limerick equips graduates with a sophisticated understanding of the critical interplay between human rights law and criminal justice systems in the 21st century. This programme provides an in-depth analysis of the legal regimes and enforcement mechanisms operating at national, regional, and international levels, preparing students for impactful careers in global agencies and NGOs. Students develop vital analytical, research, and communication skills through a rigorous curriculum grounded in both theoretical and practical applications.
Key Program Highlights
- Dual-path admission for both law (LLM) and non-law (MA) graduates, making the programme accessible to a wide range of talented students.
- Curriculum covers cutting-edge topics including International Criminal Law, Policing and Human Rights, and Comparative European Criminal Justice.
- Develops highly transferable skills in critical analysis, legal research, and advanced report writing for professional environments.
- Benefit from the School of Law's strong industry connections with An Garda Síochána, Revenue Commissioners, and international NGOs.
- Opportunity to gain global perspective through international placements and Erasmus exchanges with partner universities across Europe and North America.
Course Overview
The LLM/MA in Human Rights in Criminal Justice at the University of Limerick equips graduates with a sophisticated understanding of the critical interplay between human rights law and criminal justice systems in the 21st century. This programme provides an in-depth analysis of the legal regimes and enforcement mechanisms operating at national, regional, and international levels, preparing students for impactful careers in global agencies and NGOs. Students develop vital analytical, research, and communication skills through a rigorous curriculum grounded in both theoretical and practical applications.
Key Program Highlights
- Dual-path admission for both law (LLM) and non-law (MA) graduates, making the programme accessible to a wide range of talented students.
- Curriculum covers cutting-edge topics including International Criminal Law, Policing and Human Rights, and Comparative European Criminal Justice.
- Develops highly transferable skills in critical analysis, legal research, and advanced report writing for professional environments.
- Benefit from the School of Law's strong industry connections with An Garda Síochána, Revenue Commissioners, and international NGOs.
- Opportunity to gain global perspective through international placements and Erasmus exchanges with partner universities across Europe and North America.
