About Postgraduate Diploma In Arts In International Human Rights Law in Griffith College, Ireland
Internationally recognised postgraduate diploma allowing specialisation in International Human Rights Law
The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in International Human Rights Law is available on both a full and part-time basis over a 1 or 2 year period. Lectures are held in the evening time to allow those who are working or have other day time commitments during the day to pursue the programme.
Please note: The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in International Human Rights Law is a cognitive masters. In order to be eligible for the course you will need to possess the following:
2.2 degree in Law or a related discipline (that has a 50% legal component to the degree) or foreign equivalent
Relative work experience
Why Study International Human Rights Law at Griffith?
The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in International Human Rights Law offers students the opportunity to specialise in International Human Rights Law, to facilitate enhanced career opportunities and/ or to lay the foundations for PhD study.
- Graduates of this programme will receive an internationally recognised Postgraduate Diploma in law.
- Students will gain a firm understanding of the key principles of International Human Rights Law, for example, International Humanitarian Law, International Children's Rights Law and International Asylum and Immigration Law.
- Students will acquire highly transferable skills attractive to a wide range of sectors outside law including in the civil or foreign service, or in the NGO sector.
- A strong international focus gives students a key advantage when building a career in today's globalised legal landscape
- All of our lecturers are experienced academics who are specialists in their field.
Course Highlights
- Unique Human Rights international law focus
- Experienced lecturers - experts in their field
- Small class sizes - more individual attention to help you reach your personal potential
- Evening time lectures - it is possible to obtain an LL.M. with work or other day time commitments
Academic Progression
Students who successfully complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in International Human Rights Law can progress onto the LL.M. programme through the completion of a 20,000 word dissertation in a relevant area.
Career Progression
Students who wish to specialise in an area of law within a legal firm or practice at the Bar often choose the postgraduate diploma to give themselves sufficient knowledge in that area. Increasingly, companies are dealing with the international markets and for this reason, the Postgraduate Diploma in International Commercial Law is very popular amongst lawyers in this area.
English Language
If English is not your native language, you must show proof of English Language proficiency. We accept the following certifications:
- IELTS
- TOEIC
- TOEFL
- Cambridge
- PTE
Griffith College, Ireland Highlight
Type |
Private |
Established |
1974 |
Students |
>7000 |
Campus |
URBAN |
Intake |
Sep |
World Ranking |
7693 |
Country Rank |
27 |
Griffith College, Ireland Average Tution Fees And Other Expenses
Avg.Tutution Fees |
€9,400-€12,000 |
Administration Fee |
€125.00 -€250.00 |
International Student Support Fee |
€300 |
Registration Fee |
€250 |
Visa Administration Fee |
€200 |
Protection of Enrolled Learner Fee |
€245 |
Average Living Cost in Ireland
Undergraduate courses |
€9,000 – €45,000 per year |
Postgraduate Master and PhD courses |
€9,150 – €37,000 per year |
Student living on campus |
300 - 650 EUR/month |
Student living with partner/colleagues |
450 - 550 EUR/month |
Internet |
up to 60 EUR/month |
Utilities |
around 30 - 50 EUR/month |
Food costs |
250 - 350 EUR/month |
Transportation costs |
50 – 55 EUR/month |
Books and other study materials |
75 EUR/month |
Social activities/entertainment |
60 - 100 EUR/month |
Medical insurance |
45 EUR/month |