Galway,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
LLM Transitional Justice, Human Rights and Conflict in Galway Ireland | University of Galway
University of Galway
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Galway Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
19,000
(c. USD21,891.04)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The LLM program in Transitional Justice, Human Rights, and Conflict explores the intricate legal, policy, and practical challenges of fostering justice and peace in societies recovering from conflict, oppression, or widespread human rights abuses. This cutting-edge course offers an interdisciplinary framework for studying and addressing critical global concerns related to transitional justice, peacebuilding, and societal healing.
Designed for those pursuing advanced education in transitional justice, human rights, post-conflict recovery, and peacebuilding, the program equips students with essential expertise to tackle issues arising from severe human rights violations—including enforced disappearances, unlawful imprisonment, torture, conflict-related sexual and gender-based violence, and mass atrocities.
The curriculum also appeals to professionals aiming for careers in public policy within the United Nations, international aid and development agencies, governmental bodies, and transitional justice initiatives.
Hosted by the globally recognized Irish Centre for Human Rights, renowned for its outstanding teaching and research in international human rights, peace studies, and conflict resolution, the program benefits from the Centre's strong connections with international bodies, diplomatic offices, UN agencies, global courts, NGOs, and European institutions. The Centre also boasts an extensive alumni network of leaders working in transitional justice, peacebuilding, and security worldwide.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The Irish Centre for Human Rights welcomes students with a Level 8 (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in a range of disciplines including law, political science, social sciences and humanities.
In cases where applicants come from a non-law background, the Irish Centre for Human Rights will consider academic background, relevant work experience, references and a personal statement.
Applicants must normally have attained at primary degree level a result of Second Class Honours Grade 1 (2.1) or equivalent. However, those falling short of this standard may be considered where they can demonstrate other appropriate academic accomplishments as well as relevant work experience.
IELTS - 6.5 overall, no less than 5.5 in any one component.
TOEFL IBT - 88 overall ,7-11 Listening, 16-17 Speaking, 18-20 Writing, 8-12 Reading
In cases where applicants come from a non-law background, the Irish Centre for Human Rights will consider academic background, relevant work experience, references and a personal statement.
Applicants must normally have attained at primary degree level a result of Second Class Honours Grade 1 (2.1) or equivalent. However, those falling short of this standard may be considered where they can demonstrate other appropriate academic accomplishments as well as relevant work experience.
IELTS - 6.5 overall, no less than 5.5 in any one component.
TOEFL IBT - 88 overall ,7-11 Listening, 16-17 Speaking, 18-20 Writing, 8-12 Reading
Tuition
EUR
19,000