Public International Law (research)

The Research Master's in Public International Law deals with some of the most important and fascinating topics of our time, such as protection of human rights and international criminal justice.

The two-year Research Master's programme in Public International Law aims to give students knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of public international law and, in particular, key areas of the international rule of law, legal science and international legal research. At the same time, students will acquire the skills they need to be able to apply their knowledge in these areas in order to conduct fundamental and applied research. The Research Master's will allow students to pursue a career in international law, whether in academia or in practice.

During the first year, students gain an understanding of the foundations of public international law and, more specifically, the international rule of law. They are also trained in theories and methods of legal research. Under the supervision of a senior researcher, students form small groups that contribute to the research projects carried out within the Amsterdam Centre for International Law (ACIL). Master classes help students to improve their writing, presentation, debating and argumentation skills.

In the second year, students will have the opportunity to specialise in a topic within the theme of the international rule of law, for example in the field of human rights, criminal law or humanitarian law, either in Amsterdam or a foreign law school in Europe, the United States or elsewhere.

Students take part in a research seminar, and are intensively supervised as they conduct research for there theses. The theses are expected to meet high academic and scientific standards.

Compulsory courses

Please refer to the links below for the compulsory courses of the first year. In addition the programme includes some compulsory courses on research skills.

Electives

During the second year students will have the opportunity to choose elective courses, either abroad or at the University of Amsterdam. Please refer to the links below to get more information on possible elective courses at the University of Amsterdam.

Grade average: 7,5/10 Language test Written request: a letter of motivation; two letters of recommendation from a representative of the institution responsible for the Bachelor's programme that the student has completed or other person who can judge the academic accomplishments and talents of the student; a copy of an essay or paper on a legal subject. Grade average: An average grade of at least 7,5 (on a scale of 1-10) Written request: -Letter of motivation -Two letters of recommendation -A copy of a paper on a legal subject Additional language requirements:Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C1IELTS overall band: 7IELTS listening: 6IELTS reading: 6IELTS writing: 6IELTS speaking: 6TOEFL paper based: 600TOEFL internet based: 100 English Language Requirements IELTS band: 7 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 80 (Grade A) TOEFL paper-based test score : 600 TOEFL iBT® test: 100

Scholarships / Grants:

The University of Amsterdam:
The University of Amsterdam provides a limited number of full and partial scholarships for excellent students from outside the European Economic Area. The Amsterdam Merit Scholarships have specifically been designed to offer talented, ambitious and dedicated students the opportunity to pursue a Mast
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Accreditation

Accredited by: NVAO in: The Netherlands