LLM in International Human Rights and Inequalities, Manchester Metropolitan University

The LLM International Human Rights and Inequalities at Manchester Metropolitan University provides a critical and interdisciplinary exploration of justice, equality, and human rights law. The academic focus centers on the UN Human Rights System, international criminal law, and legal responses to social inequalities, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Key curriculum elements include modules on equality and diversity law, global contemporary issues, and social justice advocacy. A notable feature is the program's commitment to "Law in Action," encouraging students to apply legal theory to real-world human rights crises. The program builds professional skills in legal research, policy drafting, and international advocacy. Students complete a Human Rights Dissertation as their capstone, specializing in a specific area of global rights or inequality. Research participation is supported by the Sylvia Pankhurst Gender Research Centre and other university social justice hubs. Graduates typically pursue pathways in international NGOs, government human rights bodies, or legal policy research.