UNSW Law Postgraduate Guide 2019 | Page 12

Alison Battisson LLM (Human Rights and Social Justice) “I chose UNSW Law School as I wanted an interactive experience in which I would be engaged and pushed - both by lecturers and my peers. I previously worked as a corporate lawyer for approximately 7 years in top tier firms in Australia and overseas - and I wanted a similar high calibre experience. When I decided on a career change into international human rights law, I wanted a school that would provide me with a solid basis in IHR – and provide an opportunity to look at issues in interesting and new ways. UNSW has certainty delivered! In particular, I attended a two-week transitional justice program in Chile, which was simply mind expanding.” 12