PhD International Law & Human Rights

Programme Overview

This doctoral programme enables in-depth research in international humanitarian law, human rights, trade law, and constitutional law. Candidates have access to moot court facilities, an extensive legal database, and visiting scholars from leading institutions worldwide.

Delivered by London International College, this programme combines rigorous academic content with a strongly applied approach: every module is built around the situations, decisions and challenges professionals actually face. You will learn alongside an international cohort, exchange experience across sectors, and apply new tools to your own organisation from the first module onwards.

What You Will Study

Core modules are designed to build capability step by step — from foundations to applied mastery.

• 01 Global Governance & International Relations
• 02 Public Policy Analysis & Design
• 03 International Law & Human Rights
• 04 Negotiation & Diplomacy in Practice
• 05 Political Risk & Strategic Analysis
• 06 Leadership in Public & International Organisations
• 07 Advanced Research Design & Methodology
• 08 Doctoral Thesis & Viva Voce

What You Will Achieve

• Analyse international and policy challenges with rigour
• Design and evaluate policy responses to complex problems
• Negotiate and influence across cultures and institutions
• Lead within governmental, non-profit and international bodies

Assessment & Delivery

Progress is assessed through structured doctoral milestones — a confirmed research proposal, taught research-methods modules, progression reviews, and finally the doctoral thesis defended at a viva voce examination.

Entry Requirements

A master's degree in a related field, normally with merit or above.
Substantial professional experience (typically 5+ years) in a relevant leadership or specialist role.
A viable research proposal addressing a significant challenge in professional practice.
English language: IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent.