European Governance, Human Rights & Comparative Criminology

The International Track European Governance, Human Rights & Comparative Criminology provides the student with an in-depth understanding of governance structures, human rights protection and comparative approaches to crime and justice, with a special focus on the European context. The itinerary combines legal, criminological and socio-political perspectives to analyze how institutions, norms and policies address some of the most urgent challenges facing contemporary societies.

Through subjects such as Crimes Against Humanity & Human Rights, Gender & Law, Comparative Criminology and Public Participation in EU Institutions, the student examines the protection of fundamental rights, gender equality and legal frameworks, transnational patterns of criminality and criminal justice systems, as well as democratic participation within the institutions of the European Union. The itinerary promotes critical analysis, comparative reasoning and understanding of multilevel governance, and prepares students to participate in complex legal and political debates at both European and international level.

• Student Profile

This international itinerary is designed for students from other universities interested in European governance, human rights protection, gender equality and comparative criminology from an interdisciplinary and international perspective. It is especially suitable for those who want to understand how legal systems, public institutions and criminological approaches interact in different countries and levels of governance.

The itinerary is ideal for students from other universities with a strong interest in fundamental rights, democratic participation and comparative analysis, and who are motivated to engage critically with European and international legal frameworks. It is especially relevant for those who consider developing a career or continuing training in the fields of law, criminology, European and international institutions, public policies, human rights organizations, NGOs or academic research.

It is essential to have a good command of English and an open attitude towards interdisciplinary learning, since throughout the program students will work with international legal instruments, comparative data and political debates.

Subjects International Track

Subjects	Credits	Guides
Crimes Against Humanity & Human Rights	6ECTS	Study guide
Gender & Law	6ECTS	Study guide
Comparative Criminology	6ECTS	Study guide
Public Participation in EU Institutions	6ECTS	Study guide

 

Elective subjects 2nd semester

Subjects	Credits	Guides
Contemporary Social Structures	6ECTS	Study guide
Comparative Literature	6ECTS	Study guide
Cultural History of the British Isles	6ECTS	Study guide
Ethics (Artificial Intelligence)	6ECTS	Study guide
Exploring World Geography: Places and Regions in Human Geography	6ECTS	Study guide
Introduction to Linguistics	6ECTS	Study guide
Mind and Brain I	6ECTS	Study guide
Political Institutions	6ECTS	Study guide
Universal Contemporary History (from 1945)	6ECTS	Study guide

 

 

Academic Coordination

Dr Cristina Blasi Casagran, cristina.blasi@uab.cat


Places offer

Every year, 5 new places are offered on this International Track.

This international track is especially for students with master's degree in law, or students who have passed 180 ECTS credits or are in the final year of a bachelor's degree including subjects covering law, political science or international relations. The final selection decision will be made by the programme coordinator.

The academic coordination will assess the candidates according to the admission requirements, taking into account the documentation delivered and the adequacy and qualifications of the academic transcript. The academic coordination of the IT will resolve the applications for admission.       

Price
The price of the IT credit will be that set by the UAB Social Council for Visiting Students. 

Implantation course

The UAB will offer this IT programme starting in the 2026/27 academic year.

Registration Information

Academic Information and Coordination:

• Academic information related to the track: Dr. Cristina Blasi, Mobility Coordinator of the Faculty of Law: cristina.blasi@uab.cat.  
• Exchange Office at the Faculty of Law: intercanvis.dret@uab.cat. Tel. +34 93 581 10 79. 
• Academic Management Office at the Faculty of Law: ga.dret@uab.cat. Tel. 93 581 10 62. 

Information about the admissions process:  

Mobility and Exchange Unit at the International Relations Office: international.tracks@uab.cat. Tel.: +34 93 586 84 99 / 31 55

Please take into account that every year the dates could have slight changes.

1^st admission period

Period	Procedure
From late April to late June	Pre-registration is done through the International Relations Office
From June to July	Resolutions notified
During September	Enrolment

2^nd admission period

Period	Procedure
Mid September to late November	Pre-registration is done through the International Relations Office
From November to December	Resolutions notified
During February	Enrolment

 

You will need to collect and scan the following mandatory documentation to attach to the online application: 

• For European Students an ID copy
• For non-European Students a passport copy
• Transcript of records
• Health Insurance (must be presented in the arrival at the UAB)
• C1 level English certificate (except native speakers)