Course Overview
The programme builds knowledge of human rights law, legal systems, and policy structures used in international and regional settings. Students study legal texts, court cases, and international agreements linked to rights protection.
Training includes research writing, case evaluation, and structured legal argument work. Students also study how human rights law applies in areas such as migration, justice systems, and public policy.
Academic staff guide students through seminars and dissertation work, giving support for topic selection and research planning. The dissertation allows focused academic writing on a selected legal issue.
Graduates often move into legal practice, policy advisory roles, non-government organisations, and international institutions. The course also supports entry into further academic study at doctoral level in law or related fields.
General Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Social Sciences, or related field
- Academic transcripts from previous study
- Statement of purpose
- CV with academic or work history
- Reference letters from academic or professional sources
- Application submitted through University of Malta admissions system
- Scholarship options may be available based on merit and academic performance
- Some funding support may depend on faculty review and annual allocation
Part Time Work Details
Up to 20 hours per week during study period under Malta student work rules
Language Requirement
- IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each band)
- TOEFL iBT: 90 overall
- PTE Academic: 58–65 overall
- Duolingo English Test: 110–120