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Overview
Based in Geneva, this Executive Master in International Law in Armed Conflict programme runs for nine months (October–June) and admits 15 to 20 practitioners annually. Six to nine additional months are needed to complete a master’s thesis and defend it before a jury.
Learning outcomes
Courses take place on Thursday evenings and Friday afternoons at our headquarters, Villa Moynier. They cover international law, international humanitarian law international human rights law, international criminal law and the interplay between them. They also address current issues and challenges, including the repression of terrorism, peacekeeping and international refugee law.
Taught by Geneva-based law professors and world-renowned law experts and professors, the programme at Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights enables participants to gain specialized knowledge directly applicable to professional work. It also responds to the growing need for specialists to address complex situations – in Afghanistan, Colombia, Iraq, Syria and elsewhere – and challenging processes such as criminal proceedings, international negotiations and humanitarian interventions.
Diplomats, lawyers, legal advisers, judges, NGO staff, human rights advocates, media specialists, professionals working in emergency situations, UN staff and staff from other international organizations share expertise, discuss pressing concerns and reflect on the application of international law to their work.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Public International Law
- International Humanitarian Law
- International Human Rights Law
- International Criminal Law
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Credits
60 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
International Law Legal Studies Terrorism & SecurityAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor's degree
- Proficiency in English: candidates whose mother tongue is not English must provide a certificate to prove their knowledge of English or a statement highlighting their solid background in English
- A valid visa or residence permit (only applicants who require a visa to enter the Schengen area)
Tuition Fee
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International
17006 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17006 EUR for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
17006 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17006 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
Full programme: 18,000 Swiss Francs
Living costs for Genève
1925 - 2850 CHF /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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