Overview

The International Law programme at The University of Edinburgh encourages and supports you to develop your independent thinking and research skills, to prepare you for a career in international law or international organisations.

Courses will cover the theoretical basis for the development of international law, as well as exploring real-life examples and case studies on how rules and principles are applied in practice.

Career opportunities

This programme is suitable for professionally qualified lawyers wishing to practise international law, whether in law firms, at the bar, or as legal advisers in foreign ministries, other government departments, international organisations, or non-governmental organisations.

This programme may also provide the next step towards an academic career specialising in international law. It will also be of value to anyone seeking to develop a career in diplomacy, or international relations.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Diplomatic Law

Energy Transition and the International Economic Legal Order: Governance, Challenges and Innovations

Issues in International Law

International Environmental Law

International Investment Law

Inter-state Conflict and Humanitarian Law

International Climate Change Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-04 00:00:00

More details

It is strongly recommended that you apply as early as possible.

There are 2 round of application:15 December / 4 May

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum UK 2:1 honours degree from a UK university, or its international equivalent, in law.

They will also consider candidates with a degree in a related discipline which includes relevant prior study.

Supporting your application:

Relevant work experience is not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.

Relevant professional qualifications will be considered.

Preference will be given to those with grades above the minimum requirements due to strong competition for places on this programme.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32000 GBP / year

≈ 32000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16000 GBP / year

≈ 16000 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees per year:

UK: £8,000.00

International: £16,000.00

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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