Essex Law School

Advocate for social justice?

Human rights have no borders or boundaries. They are the global language of the world, and they are in desperate need of protection at an extremely crucial time. If you're ready to join the fight for human rights, who better to learn from than leading academics that are advising global organisations like the United Nations, and informing policy in government? Where better to equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and practical experience for a career in human rights than our internationally recognised Human Rights Centre? 

Our trailblazing Law research is informing the current, and shaping the future

From armed conflict and forced displacement to environmental justice and 21st-century digital wars, your Essex Law and Human Rights lecturers hit the ground running when it comes to addressing current global challenges and crises. Their cutting-edge research not only informs the global conversation, it informs your Essex Law education and inspires young, curious minds like yours to rise up and join the fight for justice.

Get involved in real-life legal matters?

Expect the unexpected. An Essex Law education is far from stuffy classrooms and dusting off old library books. It's about opportunities to work with real people needing real legal advice in our Essex Law Clinic, it's about opportunities to work alongside international organisations like Amnesty International in our Human Rights Centre Clinic, and it's also about opportunities to test your legal skills in negotiating, mediation, and moot court competitions. The keyword here is 'opportunities' because that's exactly what you're given throughout your Essex Law education.

Learn what your future holds?

You've already got a taste of what your future at Essex can look like, but what about after that? There's no denying that the ever-changing legal landscape is both an exhilarating and daunting reality, so we've got you covered talking all about career opportunities, whilst breaking down the details on how to become a barrister or solicitor. You'll also hear from some of our alumni like Temini Ayo-Kasumu who have taken that Essex spirit and are now fiercely representing around the world.

FYI, Temini graduated from Essex with an LLB Law in 2018 and is now the founder of Ede, a start-up with big goals to transform the world of feminine care.

Be like Temini, study Law at Essex.