Ritika Goyal - LLM from Nottingham University - LLB from NURSL, Rachi | Study in UK | Study Abroad

Welcome to 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 & 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱, a podcast by 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗟𝗟𝗠. The series explores journeys of Indian professionals who have pursued legal education abroad. The goal is to bring out stories, experiences, and practical advice to inspire and guide others considering an overseas legal education. 🎙️Today our guest is Ms. 𝗥𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗸𝗮 𝗚𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹, a human rights lawyer and policy researcher with a distinguished background in legal advocacy and international research. An alumna of the University of Nottingham (LL.M. in Human Rights Law) ( ⁨‪@uniofnottingham‬ )and the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi (B.A. LL.B. Hons.), Ritika currently serves as a Research Consultant at Columbia Global Freedom of Expression ( ‪@columbiaglobalfreedomofexp9329‬ ), working on UNESCO-funded projects concerning freedom of speech, digital rights, and image-based abuse. 🎧 In this episode of Brief Encounters: Law School & Beyond, host Riya Gupta explores: 🔹 Ritika’s 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗡𝗨𝗦𝗥𝗟 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗺 🔹 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗟.𝗠. 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 and scholarships abroad 🔹 Building a 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝘄 and policy research 🔹 Challenges of 𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗞 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 as an international graduate 🔹 Practical advice on networking, research, and sustaining academic writing If you’re considering an LL.M. abroad, interested in human rights law, or looking to build a career in research and policy, this episode offers inspiring insights and actionable guidance. 01:18 – Motivation for pursuing law 03:55 – CLAT Preparation and NUSRL, Ranchi Experience 06:56 – Changes in CLAT Pattern and Reflections on the Exam 08:37 – Time Management & Academic Excellence in Law School 13:11 – Reflections on Law School Life and Growth 19:09 – LL.M. Decision: After Undergrad or After Work Experience? 21:23 – University Shortlisting and Choosing Nottingham 26:04 – Statement of Purpose: Approach and Emphasis 29:29 – Developing Solutions Scholarship: Application Process 32:24 – Networking Tips: Building and Sustaining Meaningful Connections 37:05 – Transitioning to the LL.M. Academic Experience at Nottingham 40:15 – UK Job Market and Career Support from Nottingham 43:30 – Personal Job Search Journey in the UK Post-LL.M. 50:57 – Role of Publications in LL.M. Applications 52:18 – Final Advice for Aspiring LL.M. Students in Human Rights Law ----- Overseas Education Counselling | Study Abroad Consultant | Law School Admissions #StudyAbroad #LLM #LLB #CollegeAdmissions #Education #LawSchool #LawStudent #LegalEducation #LLBAbroad #LLMAbroad #LoR #SoP #Podcast #ProjectLLM #StudyLawAbroad Website - www.projectllm.com LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/projectllm Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7lVBrFq...