Public International Law

Universiteit Utrecht

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Deze opleiding



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locatieUtrecht
diplomallm M Public International Law
typeregulier
start1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur1 jaar voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60856
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee
This unique Master's gives you a broad, solid foundation of international legal knowledge and the chance to specialise in such areas as human rights, conflict and security and the environment and law of the sea.

Do you wish to pursue an international legal career that makes a difference? Are you interested in international peace and security, human rights, international environmental law and law of the sea? In the intensive one year LLM Public International Law you will explore common themes of public international law with the option to take a specialisation in Conflict and SecurityHuman Rights, or Oceans, the Environment and Sustainability.

In this programme you'll work closely with your lecturers - legal experts who are often involved in professional practice - and your classmates, international students with whom you'll collaborate throughout the year. The theory presented in compulsory and elective courses is enhanced by practical experience. You'll participate in a moot court, and will have a chance to visit a variety of international courts within the Netherlands, so you gain familiarity with the international legal environment.

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
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onderwijsvormen
lecture, research, self study, tutorial, working group
instruction modes

Utrecht University has a long tradition of teaching and research in Public International Law. This Master’s programme reflects the Law School’s multi-dimensional approach to legal teaching. The three tracks in this programme Environment and Law of the Sea , Human Rights and Conflict and Security allow students to acquire both the broad overview and skills of a generalist and the in-depth knowledge of a specialist.



objectives

The LLM in Public International Law has a strong connection to practice, so it offers you an excellent introduction to the legal profession.  Moot courts, visits to legal and professional organisations and guest lecturers from the field provide a concrete vision of what it is like to work in public international law. With the ability to critically reflect on today’s driving legal issues – such as human and environmental rights –  you will be well-prepared for a legal career.



Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/4 Utrecht University
Public International Law
star Keuzegids topopleiding 2017
Elsevier
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur
78 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
2/4 University of Groningen
Public International Law
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
25 eerstejaars
76% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
3/4 University of Groningen
International Human Rights Law
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
25 eerstejaars
76% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
4/4 University of Groningen
Health and Technology Law
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.

Na de studie

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Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

Graduates from prior years have done well in a range of employment areas, including:

  • Government and other public institutions
  • International organisations, including courts and tribunals
  • International and national NGOs
  • Academia
  • Private sector, including law firms
  • National public service as a diplomat or civil servant
  • Corporate and private law practice

The Job Market Monitor indicates that many alumni from Utrecht University School of Law programmes find jobs immediately after graduating. An average of four months post-graduation, all of them have found employment. A small percentage go on to follow a PhD programme or other study after their Master.



Potentiële beroepen

advocaat
advocaat-generaal
docent juridische dienstverlening
docent recht
griffier
juridisch, rechtskundig adviseur
jurist
officier van justitie
parketsecretaris
procureur-generaal
raadsheer
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