The LLM (Children's Rights and Family Law) at University College Cork equips you with a deep understanding of the legal and theoretical frameworks governing child and family law, both within Ireland and internationally. This postgraduate programme is ideal for those seeking to engage with complex legal issues affecting vulnerable populations and to gain practical insights through interdisciplinary engagement. You will benefit from exposure to the law in action, interacting with social workers and legal professionals to grasp the real-world application of legal principles in this critical field.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over one year, immersing you in core modules such as Legal Research Methods, Child Law in Practice, and Contemporary Issues in Children's Rights, alongside elective options and a significant dissertation. You will have the unique opportunity to participate in specialised Law Clinics, providing research assistance on real cases or contributing to online legal information hubs. You will graduate with advanced legal expertise, prepared for diverse career paths in advocacy, policy, international organisations, or further academic research in children's rights and family law.