Overview

This interdisciplinary Peace Operations, Humanitarian Law and Conflict programme at University of Galway focuses on UN peacekeeping and related operations to provide insights into the peace operations and conflict resolution frameworks.

This unique programme offering combines issues relating to peacekeeping, international humanitarian law, human rights and conflict resolution to prepare graduates for work in the field of international peace operations with international organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and as individual advocates.

Careers

Graduates have gone on to work with the UN, Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the EU. Others are working with NGOs in conflict and post-conflict environments, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, Liberia, Sudan and Kosovo.

Military and police personnel from Ireland and elsewhere have completed the programme with a view to enhancing their career prospects. The programme will also provide a foundation for those who wish to pursue further studies through a structured PhD.

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Peace Support Operations
International Humanitarian Law
Business and Human Rights
Children's Rights
Conflict and Post-Conflict
Contemporary Issues in International Migration Law and Transnational Lawyering
Counter-Terrorism and Human Rights
Economic, Social & Cultural Rights
European Convention on Human Rights
European Union and Human Rights
International Criminal Law
International Criminal Procedure

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-08 00:00:00

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Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and course quotas will be reviewed continuously throughout the application cycle.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

European Law International Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 26 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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88

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General requirements

Applicants must normally have attained at primary degree level an overall final grade of Second Class Honours Grade 1 (2.1) or equivalent. Those falling short of this standard may be considered where they can demonstrate other appropriate academic accomplishments as well as relevant work experience.
Candidates who have completed a military command and staff course, or equivalent, at an institute recognised by University of Galway and who have relevant professional experience that, in the opinion of the School of Law, qualifies them to read for the LLM may also be considered.
Candidates who have significant experience in the field of peace operations and/or international human rights, for example, with international organisations or international NGOs, are encouraged to apply under this rubric.

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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

19000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19000 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

8250 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8250 EUR per year during 12 months.

Part-time EU: €4,250 part-time p.a.

Living costs for Galway

800 - 1100 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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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

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Living costs for Galway

Funding

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