Law with Human Rights including a Year Abroad - LLB (Hons)
University of Essex
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Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)

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Engage in a discourse on human rights law, informed by thinking on rights from political, sociological, philosophical, economic and historical perspectives. You are presented with the theoretical foundations, substantive knowledge, and evaluative tools for you to understand and respond to national, regional, and international legal and political developments.Our LLB Law and Human Rights develops your critical awareness of the nature of law within its social, political, sociological, ...Read more

Engage in a discourse on human rights law, informed by thinking on rights from political, sociological, philosophical, economic and historical perspectives. You are presented with the theoretical foundations, substantive knowledge, and evaluative tools for you to understand and respond to national, regional, and international legal and political developments.Our LLB Law and Human Rights develops your critical awareness of the nature of law within its social, political, sociological, philosophical, economic and historical contexts.At Essex we don’t just prepare you for the legal profession. We stimulate your desire to pursue justice and equip you with the skills and knowledge to become an agent for change, whatever career path you choose

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73/279
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46th
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29th
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theo
30 Oct 25

In terms of location there isn’t alot going on outside of campus, but the campus community is so vibrant that it doesnt feel like an issue. The SU always has events..Read more

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Samanta
30 Oct 25

The University is very nice and the campus is very lively , I enjoy a lot in the uni, the courses I have taken is very nice and aligns with my interest...Read more

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BBB Grades / Points required

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112 - 120 Grades / Points required

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29 - 30 Grades / Points required

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University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
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