Ed Johnston
Associate Professor in Criminal Justice & Procedure
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Law and Social Justice LLM
Key Facts
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Duration
1 Year Full-Time
2 Years Part-Time -
Level
Master'sPG LLM
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Starting
September
SEP
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Full Time: £8,700
Part Time: £967 (per 20 credits) -
Full Time: £19,000
Get in touch
UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
Updated 12/02/2026
Overview
The LLM in Law and Social Justice is designed to empower students by expanding their understanding of contemporary social justice issues within both national and international contexts.
Through a comprehensive examination of relevant legal frameworks, students will gain insight into how legal systems address—and sometimes perpetuate—issues of inequality, discrimination, and social inequity.
This law and justice programme goes beyond a theoretical approach, encouraging students to engage in critical analyses of diverse strategies and solutions to these pressing issues. By studying real-world problems and examining various legal and policy responses, students will cultivate a robust understanding of how law can be a tool for social change.
A key aspect of the LLM in Law and Social Justice is its commitment to research-led, student-centred, and active learning. This approach places students at the heart of their own learning experience, encouraging them to conduct original research, participate in dynamic discussions, and engage directly with current debates. By doing so, students will develop not only a deeper understanding of social justice but also the practical skills needed to contribute to meaningful change.
The programme aims to equip students with the critical thinking, analytical, and advocacy skills essential for identifying, challenging, and proposing solutions to social injustices. Graduates of this LLM degree will leave with the confidence and knowledge required to actively participate in the pursuit of social justice, whether through legal practice, policy development, or academia, fostering a commitment to positive societal transformation.
Highlights
- Focus on contemporary, real-world issues in Law and Social Justice
- Research-led teaching, providing in-depth and specialist knowledge and understanding
- Interactive and discursive workshops
- Applied research project providing opportunities to investigate areas of current concern, and provide solutions
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Entry Requirements
A lower second class degree or above (in any subject).
For more information on how to make an application for Law and Social Justice LLM, please visit our How to Apply page.
If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.
All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:
- Minimum standard – IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) for study at postgraduate level.
For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.
What You'll Learn
The LLM in Law & Social Justice is designed to enhance students’ understanding of modern social justice issues across both national and global landscapes, examining how these are shaped by relevant legal frameworks. Students will engage in critical analysis of diverse approaches and solutions to current societal challenges. Through a research-focused, student-centered, and active learning approach, the law and justice programme empowers students with the skills required to recognize, question, and contribute to solutions for social injustice. Graduates will be well-prepared to promote meaningful change and advance justice in society.
Law and Justice students will complete six 20-credit modules alongside a 60-credit Research Project, covering various areas of social justice.
Compulsory Modules
Firearms: Control and Consequences
Code: LAWM054
Environmental Law and Justice
Code: LAWM055
Equality, Non-Discrimination, and Human Rights Law
Code: LAWM057
Health Justice
Code: LAWM059
Research Project
Code: LAWM060
Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 25/26. The modules relating to the academic year 26/27 will be available from June 2026.
Fees and Funding
2026/27 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 26/27 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK Full Time: £8,700
- UK Part Time: £967 per 20 credit module
- International – Full Time: £19,000
There are no additional costs for this Law degree for students beginning their studies in September 2026. Should this change, applicants and students will be contacted by the university with details of the costs.
For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding and Scholarships pages.
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK Full Time: £8,500
- UK Part Time: £945 per 20 credit module
- International – Full Time: £17,495
Staff
Simon Sneddon
Professor of Learning and Teaching Innovation
Careers and Employability
Successful LLM Law & Social Justice graduates could apply for several different careers including, but not limited to:
- Roles in the Legal Profession
- Non-Profit Sector work such as specialist charities
- Policy Advisor for NGOs or Government (local and national)
- Conflict Resolution Specialists
- Further study to Level 8 PhD programmes.
