Law and Social Justice (Taught)

Explore how the law helps societies achieve social justice. Discover legal solutions to tackling global challenges, including racial and gender inequality and the climate crisis.

Learn practical skills from experts working at the forefront of social justice. Gain experience applying the law to real world challenges. You’ll develop your understanding of legal theories and consider the potential and limits of the law when responding to social justice issues.

As one of the top Law Schools in the UK, you'll learn from experts at the forefront of this legal sector. This course mixes the latest academic theory with real world relevance and professional opportunities.

• Choose from a range of modules. Specialise in topics such as Human Rights and Health Law, Law of Renewable Energy and Climate Change, and Race, Ethnicity and Criminal Justice.

• Join our diverse community of staff and students from around the world.

• One of the top 25 Law Schools in the UK (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026).

• Stand out from the crowd by undertaking research internships, pro bono activities and work experience opportunities through our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER).