Dr. Robert Wintemute

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Biography

Robert Wintemute is a Professor of Human Rights Law at the Dickson Poon School of Law at King's College London, where he has been a faculty member since 1991. He is recognized for his expertise in Human Rights Law, Anti-Discrimination Law, and Sexual Orientation Law, with a particular focus on the legal conflicts surrounding lesbian, gay, transgender rights versus religious beliefs. Professor Wintemute’s academic journey includes a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Alberta, an LLB and BCL from McGill University, and a DPhil from the University of Oxford. His research contributions include numerous articles and book chapters addressing issues such as same-sex marriage, discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals, and international legal frameworks supporting human rights. He is also involved with the Centre of European Law, one of the world's oldest research centers dedicated to European law, which plays a crucial role in contemporary legal discussions. His work has influenced important court judgments concerning same-sex couples in various jurisdictions, making significant strides in enhancing the legal recognition and rights of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Dickson Poon School of Law • London, UK

Teaching and researching Human Rights Law, Anti-Discrimination Law, and Sexual Orientation Law.

Associate

— Present

Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP • New York, USA

Practiced law focusing on bankruptcy.

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.