LLM International Law and Criminal Justice: University of East London

About the programme

The aim of the LLM International Law and Criminal Justice is to provide a critical appreciation of the new legal regime that is emerging between international law and criminal justice symbolized with the creation of the International Criminal Court.

Through a strong foundation in both international law and international criminal law, the programme offers the opportunity to develop expertise in terrorism studies, international policing, international organised crime, the laws of war and armed conflict, human rights and Islamic law.

The LLM  International Law and Criminal Justice offers a range of modules. In addition to the two core modules, Current Issues and Research in International Law and International Criminal Law, a range of options are offered including: Human Rights and Armed Conflict, Terrorism Studies, International Policing, International Organized Crime, Islamic Legal Cultures, the Law of Armed Conflict.

Career opportunities

Graduates with a specialisation in LLM International Law and Criminal Justice can look to the expanding market and professional choices available in this field. Possible career paths include legal practice, policy making within the public sector and government, community relations, human rights work in development agencies/organisations, journalism and advocacy.

Admission requirements

Qualifications for entry is a good honours degree in law, criminology, sociology, international relations, political science, economics, psychology, cultural studies, social work, area studies or any other relevant discipline.