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Our Postgraduate Programmes

For an introduction to the School of Law and our undergraduate programmes, please consult our online prospectus. Law may be studied at postgraduate level in NUI Galway in the following programmes:

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BACHELOR OF LAWS (LL.B.)

Law impacts on all aspects of life today and a law degree such as the LLB provides an excellent basis and training for careers in a wide variety of areas including administration, business, the media, social work, etc.
The LLB contains all the subjects needed for entrance examinations to the legal professions (solicitors and barristers) in Ireland, subject to prevailing entry rules. By choosing certain subjects students can become eligible for exemptions in relation to entry to the legal profession in England and Wales.

The LLB is also excellent preparation for work in a legal advisory capacity in the private or public sector. The programme is structured so as to facilitate those with work responsibilities and may be taken over three or four years.
Applications are particularly welcomed from graduates/professionals of several years standing.

The prerequisite for admission to the LLB programme is an approved university degree (or equivalent international qualification) in any area. In certain circumstances an approved professional qualification may be accepted in lieu of a degree. Those holding a Law Degree or who have studied Law at third-level may be granted appropriate exemptions.

Graduates have found employment in a wide variety of areas including administration, business, the media, social work, etc. In addition, the LLB covers the entrance examination subjects and the required subjects for the legal professions.

Further information is available on the prospectus, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) DEGREE AND DOCTORATES

The Irish Centre for Human Rights and the Centre for Disability Law and Policy are affiliated to the School of Law, NUI Galway. It is possible to enrol for a Research Masters (LLM) in either Centre or in one of the other areas of research interest in the Law School in any of the main research areas of full-time permanent academic members of staff of the Faculty.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who wish to proceed to the degree of PhD or LLM by research (major thesis) in Candidates are advised to contact the relevant staff member(s) before applying in order to discuss their proposed topic or area of research. Candidates, proposed topic, and intended supervisor of research must be approved by the Faculty. The degrees may be pursued on a full-time or part-time basis.

To be eligible to enrol for the Research Masters, a candidate must have obtained a high honours standard at primary degree level, normally Second Class Honours, Grade 1 or equivalent international qualification.

Further information is available on the prospectus, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN PUBLIC LAW

The Masters in Public Law is designed for graduates who wish to work in the field of Public Law with government and non- governmental organisations at national and international level, as well as in private practice, especially with respect to public interest litigation.

The programme aims to provide a solid grounding in the theory, substance and application of Public Law for future practitioners, academics and policy-makers. It is designed around two main themes: “the dynamics of law and social change”, and “contemporary challenges in public law”, and gives students an understanding of current issues in public interest litigation in both the state and private sectors.
Students will acquire expertise in their chosen subjects along with an ability to appraise critically the problems which arise for law and policy-makers in this extremely important area. They will also be given the training and practice necessary to perfect their research and writing skills, which are so important for high achievement and effectiveness in furthering the public interest.

Applicants must hold a law degree, normally at Honours 2.1 level or higher (or equivalent international qualification), or an interdisciplinary degree with a substantial law component at Honours 2.1 level or higher (or equivalent international qualification). In exceptional circumstances applicants who hold a degree other than a law degree and who have relevant educational and/or professional experience in law may be considered.

Graduates have found employment in the field of Public Law in government and non-governmental organisations at national and international level, as well as in private practice, especially with respect to public interest litigation.

Full information is available here, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN LAW, TECHNOLOGY AND GOVERNANCE

The LLM (Law, Technology and Governance) was established in response to the recent rapid rate of economic, technological, and scientific developments. The programme, which has an international focus, offers students the opportunity to learn how the law, commercial activity, science, and technology intersect.

You are given the opportunity to gain a solid grounding in the area. The mandatory modules in regulation, governance and enterprise provide an overall framework, giving coherence to the degree and bringing out the common themes. You may then choose from a range of optional modules to complete your subject mix. There are no examinations in this programme - final marks will be awarded based on two semesters of course work and the preparation of a dissertation. Throughout, guest speakers and field trips connect you with the practical challenges of applying your new expertise.

You must hold either a degree in law, or an interdisciplinary degree which includes a substantial law component, finishing with a Second Class Honours Grade 1 (or equivalent international qualification). Applications may also be considered if you hold a degree other than law but can demonstrate relevant educational/professional experience.

Graduates have found employment in practice, dealing with commercial, intellectual property and technology. Academia, working on policy issues. Research, for government bodies.

Full information is available here, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN INTERNATIONAL AND COMPARATIVE DISABILITY LAW AND POLICY

The LLM (International and Comparative Disability Law and Policy) offers students an innovative and internationally focused programme dealing with the process of law reform and policy in the field of disability. This area of law is experiencing huge growth, with the introduction of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which in turn has resulted in the development of disabilities strategies at regional and national level.

The mandatory modules address two issues, firstly, to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the core foundational themes in disability law and policy, secondly, to provide students with the necessary research skills to complete their programme of study. The optional modules address law and policy at internaitonal and regional level as well as some very topical subjects such as Legal Capacity, Independent Living, and Inclusive Education.

Full information is available on the Centre for Disability Law and Policy's website, in their PDF brochure, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS

The programme aims to prepare graduates for work in the field of international human rights, with international organisations, non-governmental organisations and as individual advocates.

The coursework comprises a general introduction to the systems and documents of international human rights law and specialised courses in such areas as minority rights law, regional human rights systems such as the European Convention on Human Rights, criminal prosecution by international tribunals of human rights violations, gender and child rights, refugees and asylum seekers and international humanitarian law.

The course emphasises the communication, analysis and critique of international human rights law and legal regimes. While the emphasis of the course is legal it accepts suitably qualified candidates from other backgrounds in the firm belief that human rights itself is multidisciplinary. It aims to build specific and general skills with respect to the modern regime of human rights protection and knowledge of the philosophies and theories
that underpin it. It provides students with the requisites enabling them to contribute to the advancement of human rights globally, both in their individual capacities and in association with institutions that have such a focus.

Applicants must hold a degree in law with Second Class Honours, Grade 1, or equivalent international qualification. Applications are also welcomed from students with undergraduate degrees in disciplines other than law, who have relevant professional experience in the field of human rights, or can demonstrate other appropriate academic accomplishments.

Graduates have found employment in the field of international human rights, with international institutions, non-governmental organisations and as individual advocates. Students are encouraged to put into practice the foundational work provided by the LLM, by conducting internships, following their studies, with such organisations. The Centre offers advice in locating suitable opportunities and, if possible, some financial support to offset travel expenses.

Further information is available on the ICHR's website, in their PDF brochure, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN PEACE OPERATIONS, HUMANITARIAN LAW AND CONFLICT

This programme aims to prepare graduates for work in the field of international peace operations and related activities, with international organisations, non-governmental organisations, and as individual advocates.
The coursework begins with a general introduction to international peacekeeping and peace support operations, and proceeds to a series of specialized courses in such areas as international humanitarian law, refugee law, conflict and post-conflict studies, and international criminal law.

The programme recognises the experience of candidates who have participated in peacekeeping activities in various parts of the world. Thus the programme provides credit for a full semester course (15 credits) in exchange for submission of a written assignment of appropriate length, reviewing field experience and lessons learned.

Applicants must hold a degree with Second Class Honours, Grade 1, or equivalent international qualification. Applications are welcomed from students who have relevant professional experience in the field of peacekeeping or international Human Rights, or who can demonstrate other appropriate academic accomplishments. Candidates who have completed a military Command and Staff Course or its equivalent at an institute recognised by NUI Galway and who have professional experience in peace support operations or a related field.

Graduates have found employment in the field of international peace operations and related activities, with international organisations, non-governmental organisations, and as individual advocates. Students are encouraged to put into practice the foundational work provided by the LLM, by conducting internships, following their studies, with such organisations. The Centre offers advice in locating suitable opportunities and,
if possible, some financial support to offset

Further information is available on the ICHR's website, in their PDF brochure, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW

International Criminal Law is now at the forefront of the development of international human rights law, making it both exciting and challenging to study. The Master of Laws in International Criminal Law
involves coursework and the preparation of a dissertation.

The programme aims to provide students with an advanced understanding of the history and institutional structures of the various international criminal tribunals and the International Criminal Court. It equips students with an in-depth knowledge of the principles of international criminal law and its component crimes and procedural issues, while also allowing them to develop a critical approach to alternatives to international criminal justice, such as truth commissions.

Candidates must hold a law degree, or an interdisciplinary degree which includes a substantial law component, in which they have attained a minimum Second Class Honours (Grade 1) standard or equivalent international qualification.

Graduates have found employment in the field of international criminal law, both in international and domestic institutions. Students are encouraged to put into practice the foundational work provided by the
LLM, by conducting internships, following their studies, with international institutions and non-governmental organisations.

The Centre offers advice in locating suitable opportunities and, if possible, some financial support to offset travel expenses.

Further information is available on the ICHR's website, in their PDF brochure, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN ECONOMIC, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL RIGHTS

This programme aims to prepare graduates for work in the field of economic, social and cultural rights, with international organisations, non-governmental organisations and as individual advocates.

The first semester comprises a general introduction to the systems and documents of international human rights law, and an introduction to economic, social and cultural rights. In the second semester the Right to Development, and How to Argue with an Economist are recommended courses. In addition there is a wide range of optional courses to choose from, such as the Right to Food, Right to Culture, Child Rights , States of Emergency, International Criminal Law, International Humanitarian Law, Refugee Law, the African and Inter-American Regional Systems of Protection of Human Rights, and Contemporary Issues in Human Rights.

The LLM programme aims to impart specific and general skills with respect to the modern regime of human rights protection. It provides students with the requisites enabling them to contribute to the advancement of human rights globally, both in their individual capacities and in association with institutions that have such a focus.

Applicants must hold a Degree in Law with Second Class Honours, Grade 1, or equivalent international qualification. Applications are also welcomed from students with undergraduate degrees in disciplines other than law, who have relevant professional experience in the field of human rights, or can demonstrate other appropriate academic accomplishments.

Graduates have found employment in the field of economic, social and cultural rights, with international institutions, non- governmental organisations and as individual advocates. Students are encouraged to put into practice the foundational work provided by the LLM, by conducting internships, following their studies, with such organisations. The Centre offers advice in locating suitable opportunities and, if possible, some financial support to offset travel expenses.

Further information is available on the ICHR's website, in their PDF brochure, or via NUI Galway's courses section.

APPLICATIONS

All applications for postgraduate programmes both taught and research are now made via the Postgraduate Applications Centre. Answers to common queries can be found in the frequently asked questions section.

FURTHER INFORMATION

If you have any further queries on postgraduate programmes in Law, please email pglawnuigalway.ie.

School of Law, National University of Ireland, Galway, University Road, Galway, Ireland.
Tel: +353 (0)91 524411, Direct: +353 (0)91 492389, Fax: +353 (0) 91 494506
Email: law

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This page was last updated Monday, April 04, 2011