Overview

How do States settle their international disputes? How is litigation and arbitration at the international law level conducted ? Can investment disputes between a State and a foreign investor or between two States be arbitrated? What is the role of the International Court of Justice and other international courts and tribunals in international society?

Learn in our Advanced Master Programmes 'International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration (LL.M.) how to answer and deal with these and other questions from an international law perspective.

Reasons to choose International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration?

As a student of Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration, you will benefit from:

Excellent reputation: Leiden Law School enjoys a strong international reputation for its high-quality education and research.

Unique focus: Graduates will gain in-depth knowledge of law dispute settlement and arbitration in public international, but dispute settlement in other fields will also be noticed, equipping them with skills that will prepare them for their future profession.

Expert instructors: You will be taught by expert staff and guest lecturers who are internationally renowned in the field of dispute settlement and arbitration. Many of our teaching staff are not only academics, but also arbitrators, attorneys-at-law or prominent members of international organisations such as the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA).

Career prospects

The Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration prepares you for a successful career as legal professional in an international environment and furthermore offers an excellent basis for conducting further independent academic research.

This International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration (Advanced) programme from Leiden University is designed to provide you with the analytical, research and presentation skills necessary to pursue a career in the field of international dispute settlement. As a graduate, you will be qualified for positions such as:

Law firms

In-house counsel

International courts and tribunals

Arbitration institutions

International organisations

State and governmental agencies

Non-governmental organisations

Academic and research institutes

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Litigation and Arbitration Proceedings

International Arbitration in Public International Law

Legal Writing, Advocacy and Litigation Techniques

International Trade Law

International Commercial Arbitration

International Investment Law and Arbitration

Negotiation and Mediation

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Den Haag, Netherlands

Disciplines

International Relations International Law View 37 other Masters in International Relations in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

The following diploma requirements apply for this programme:

A full degree in law offering access to legal practice in the country where it was obtained, or an equivalent degree from a recognised university/law school;

or a degree at an equivalent level in a relevant discipline with a sufficient background in law; and

evidence of excellent academic performance.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

21600 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21600 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

21600 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21600 EUR per year during 12 months.

Part time: €10,800

Living costs for Den Haag

780 - 1170 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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