MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN HUMAN RIGHTS LAW AND PRACTICE & MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN HUMAN RIGHTS LAW AND PRACTICE
HUMAN RIGHTS LAW AND PRACTICE (M.A. & LL.M.)
A broad understanding of some of the current legal, regulatory and ethical issues that arise in relation to promoting and protecting human rights is an essential growth catalyst that aids the development process of any economy. It is in recognition of this that UGSoL has gone great lengths to mount this Human Rights Law and Practice programme.
The overall objectives of the MA/LL.M Human Rights Law and Practice programme are to:
1. Improve the theoretical and practical training available to lawyers and non-lawyers in human rights law and practice;
2. Provide students with a systematic understanding of the range of issues in Human Rights Laws that are currently the subject of debate at national and international levels.
3. Develop improved capacity and understanding of the role of domestic and international law and legal institutions in responding to and resolving dilemmas in human rights; and
4. Address the learning needs of students interested in the human rights decision-making space.
COURSE DURATION
One (1) Academic Year
Venue: University of Ghana – Accra City Campus, Adabraka.
Format: Hybrid (in-person and online lectures)
Time:
- Mondays – Thursdays: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
- Fridays: 3:00pm – 8:00pm
Fees:
- GHS 22,355.00 (Ghanaians)
- USD 9,178.00 (Non-Ghanaians)
- GHS 2,445.00 (Admission Processing Fees)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- First degree from a recognized University.
- Shortlisting / Interview
- M.A. – proven interest, exposure or experience in Human Rights Law and Practice.
- LL.M. – Bachelor of laws degree or its equivalent.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE:
This two-semester programme comprises lectures, seminars and dissertations. Continuous assessment shall be the main mode of examination.
Students are therefore expected to actively participate in topical seminars and contribute to discussions on pertinent issues in Human Rights Law and Practice. Research works leading to dissertations and papers are expected to be selected according to student interests. Industry practitioners shall facilitate seminars to increase student exposure to the job market and industry needs.
PROGRAMME CONTENT
The M.A. programme has the following courses:
• Research Methods
• History and Theory of Human Rights
• UN Human Rights System
• Selected Topics in International Human Rights
• Regional Human Rights Systems
• Human Rights in Ghana
• Refugee Policy and Protection
• M.A. Seminar
• National Human Rights Institutions, NGOs and Courts
• Business and Human Rights in the Extractive Industries
• Disability and Human Rights
• Gender-based violence, Gender and Armed Conflict
• Gender and reproductive health rights issues
• M.A. Dissertation
The LL.M. programme has the following courses:
• Research Methods
• History and Theory of Human Rights
• UN Human Rights System
• Selected Topics in International Human Rights
• Regional Human Rights Systems
• Human Rights in Ghana
• Refugee Policy and Protection
• LL.M Seminar
• National Human Rights Institutions, NGOs and Courts
• Business and Human Rights in the Extractive Industries
• Disability and Human Rights
• Gender-based violence, Gender and Armed Conflict
• Gender and reproductive health rights issues
• LL.M Paper
Contact Details:
Website: https://law.ug.edu.gh
Email: lawschool@ug.edu.gh
Phone Numbers: +233 (0) 30 396 3750 / +233 (0) 30 395 8555