Law - Peace Operations Humanitarian Law & Conflict

Who is this course for?



This LLM is ideal for graduates, legal professionals, and practitioners seeking to understand the complex legal frameworks governing armed conflict, humanitarian protection, and peace operations. If you are passionate about contributing to international peace efforts, shaping humanitarian responses, or working in conflict-affected environments, this course is designed for you. It suits those aiming for careers in international organisations, NGOs, government agencies, or academia focused on conflict, security, and human rights.

Year 1 (90 Credits)

Optional LW561: Mental Health Law and Policy - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW553: Inclusive Education Law and Policy - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW551: Contemporary Challenges in Disability Law and Policy - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW550: Advocacy and Access to Justice - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW562: Regional Disability Law and Policy - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5105: Contemporary Issues in International Migration Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

OptionalLW5107: International Child Rights - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5111: Business and Human Rights 2 - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5113: The Common European Asylum System - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5114: International Refugee Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW530: Procedure Before International Criminal Courts - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5101: International Disability Human Rights Clinic - 10 Credits - Semester 1

OptionalLW525: Counter-Terrorism and Human Rights - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW439: Advocacy, Activism and Public Interest Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5116: Gender and Human Rights - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5117: International Human Rights Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5118: Public International Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5120: European Convention on Human Rights: Law and Politics - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5121: Transnational Lawyering - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5122: International Criminal Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW538: Transitional Justice - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5124: Climate Justice - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW552: Foundational Theoretical Framework in Disability Law and Policy - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW558: Legal Capacity Law and Policy - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5209: Legal Skills: Commercial Practice, Advocacy and Dispute Resolution - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5205: Advanced Intellectual Property Law and Development - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW483: Advanced Legal Research & Method - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5201: EU Competition Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5215: Criminology, Criminal Justice and Human Rights - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5216: Policing, Security and Rights - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5219: Minority Groups and the Criminal Justice System - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW485: Sentencing & Penal Policy - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5213: Law of International Business Transactions - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5218: Law and Economics of Corporate Transactions - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5220: The Future of Law - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5221: Design Thinking for Lawyers I - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5222: Design Thinking for Lawyers II - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5223: Computation and Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5224: Digital Transformation & Access to Justice - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5225: International Environmental Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW5103: Islam and Human Rights I - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required LW471: International Humanitarian Law - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Required LW5123: International Peace Operations - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Required LW450: Dissertation - 30 Credits - Semester 1

Candidates must hold at least a Second Class Honours, Grade 1, Level 8 primary degree in in law or in another relevant discipline including political science, social sciences and humanities.



In exceptional circumstances, an applicant holding a degree in another discipline or a degree of less than an approved Second Class Honours Degree, Grade 1 (H2.1) standard may be considered where they have relevant professional experience in law or in another relevant subject area.

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.

Next start date September 2026

The LLM in Peace Operations, Humanitarian Law and Conflict prepares graduates for careers with international organizations such as the UN, and in humanitarian response, peacekeeping, and conflict resolution fields that are increasingly vital in today’s world of complex emergencies and evolving global challenges. Graduates are well-suited for roles with organisations such as the UN, OSCE, EU, ICRC, NGOs, and government agencies.



Typical roles include legal or policy adviser, humanitarian or protection officer, programme manager, or researcher in humanitarian and conflict-related fields. The course also supports progression to PhD study and careers in academia or policy development.



With a focus on the legal and operational challenges of modern conflict, the programme addresses emerging issues such as urban warfare, civilian protection, and the legal implications of new technologies in conflict. Graduates leave with the skills and legal expertise needed to work effectively in complex and evolving international environments.