Public International Law

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Our LLM in Public International Law concentrates on the development of a thorough and critical understanding of Public International Law (PIL). The course is designed to provide you with expert knowledge of the principles within which international law operates.

The City LLM in Public International Law offers two major programme options. First, students can take an LLM in Public International Law. Students are able to choose from approximately 15 different module subjects. You can then complete a dissertation in any one of the four modules you have already undertaken.

Alternatively, you can choose to add a specialism to your LLM in Public International Law by taking two modules and a dissertation in a chosen specialist area of law. We offer specialisms in: International Human Rights, International Dispute Resolution, International Law and the Global Economy, International Criminal Law and Justice and International Law and Armed Conflicts.

Why the City LLM in Public International Law?

* Opportunity to study a rich range of cutting edge subjects in Public International Law
* Obtain specialist knowledge from acknowledged experts in the field of Public International Law
* Gain transferable skills by taking part in mooting, workshops, networking events and pro bono activities organised by the School
* Enhance your career prospects with an internationally recognised postgraduate degree
* Benefit from the School's international and national partnerships, including the opportunity to undertake an internship

The course aims to enhance your ability to analyse, interpret and criticise the laws, rules, policies and practices that underpin public international law. You must complete four modules - you can choose from approximately 15 different module subjects. You must also complete a dissertation in any one of the four modules you have already undertaken.

You can choose to add a specialism to your LLM in Public International Law by taking two modules and a dissertation in a chosen specialist area of law. We offer specialisms in: International Human Rights, International Dispute Resolution, International Law and the Global Economy, International Criminal Law and Justice and International Law and Armed Conflicts.

Specialisms:

International Human Rights

* International Human Rights in Law and Practice
* Minorities and Indigenous Peoples in International Law

International Dispute Resolution

* International Dispute Settlement
* Law of International Organisations

International Law and the Global Economy

* International Law and the Global Economy
* Law of Treaties

International Criminal Law and Justice

* International Criminal Law 1: Institutions and Structures
* International Criminal Law 2: Crimes and Actors

International Law and Armed Conflict

* Law in War- the conduct of hostilities by states and non-state actors
* International Law and the Use of Force

List of all Modules

* Fraud and Financial Crime in an International Context
* International Criminal Law 1 - Institutions and Structures
* International Criminal Law 2- Crimes and Actors
* International Dispute Settlement
* International Human Rights in Law & Practice
* International Law & The Global Economy
* International Law and the Use of Force
* International Law of the Sea
* International Responsibility of States and International Organisations
* Law in War- the conduct of hostilities by states and non-state actors
* Law of International Organisations
* Law of Treaties
* Minorities and Indigenous Peoples in International Law
* Public International Law
* Theory of International Law

The range of modules available are subject to availability and demand.

Candidates should have a very strong academic profile and good English. The entrance requirement is normally a first degree in law, social science, humanities or related field or an equivalent professional qualification and experience. Evidence of at least upper second-class honours ability will be looked for, but full credit will be given for professional experience. Students do not need to have previously studied Public International Law, however if they have not they will be required to take the general PIL module.Applicants whose first language is not English, the following qualifications are also required: * IELTS: 7 with a minimum of 6 in each area * We do no accept TOEFL English Language Requirements IELTS band: 7 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

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