Master of Law (LLM)

Master of International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

European University Viadrina

Frankfurt (Oder), GermanyLaw & Legal Studies

APS Requiredfull-time, part-time

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Degree

Master of Law (LLM)

Language

English

Tuition

€2,633/sem

Duration

3 (full-time), 6 (part-time) semesters

Programme Overview

A postgraduate programme providing advanced study of the international protection of fundamental human rights and humanitarian law, integrating protection in times of peace and armed conflict. It combines traditional international human rights law with international humanitarian law, covering terrorism, civil war, refugee issues and more. Taught in small-group settings with distance learning elements.

Admission Requirements

Academic requirements: A high level of motivation to participate in the programme; at least one year of practical professional experience (exemptions may be granted); support of two independent references from two different institutions or organisations
Minimum GPA: No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.
English requirements: TOEFL IBT 93, IELTS 7.0 (no less than 6.5 per component), Cambridge Advanced 180, or proof of at least four years school education in English, or equivalent evidence of English proficiency.
Accepted bachelor fields: University degree in law, or equivalent qualification
APS Certificate: Yes
Thesis required: Yes
Mandatory internship: Yes

Costs & Funding

Tuition fee: 2,633 EUR
ECTS credits: 90
Funding info: Tuition: 2,633 EUR

Career Outcomes

Graduates work in international public service, public or private legal practice, non-governmental organisations, or in academic teaching, research and publication.

Typical job roles

Human rights lawyerInternational lawyerNGO coordinatorPolicy analystLegal advisorAcademic researcher

Target industries

NGOsInternational organizationsGovernment agenciesAcademic institutions