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Name Master's Degree Programme in International Law and Human Rights
Type University programmes
Organising institution
Åbo Akademi University. Institute for Human Rights, Finland
Implementing institution
Åbo Akademi University. Institute for Human Rights, Finland
Frequency Annual
Level graduate
Objectives The Master’s Degree Programme in International Law and Human Rights is designed to prepare its graduates for challenging careers in international organisations, non-governmental organisations, public administration or legal practice. The programme offers specialised knowledge and an in-depth understanding of topical issues in international and human rights law. Studies within the programme consist of courses analysing the structure of the legal order governing states and organisations along with the protection of the rights of individuals in an increasingly complex international environment. The programme offers students the possibility to profile themselves in different specialisation areas, such as international human rights law, migration and refugee law, international law and conflicts, and general international law. Studies within the programme equip students with expert knowledge, provide the requisite background for advanced research, and develop the practical application skills.
Area of expertise international law
Target group University students
Content The programme is made up of courses and seminars offered to small or medium-size groups of 15-30 students.
Language English
Country Finland
City Turku
Methodology used The programme is made up of courses and seminars offered to small or medium-size groups of 15-30 students.
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Degree/Certificate Graduates of the programme find employment in public institutions, international organisations, national or international non-governmental organisations, academia, legal practice and increasingly also in the private sector where, for instance, corporate social responsibility receives increasing attention.
Deadline for applications 3 – 17.1.2024
Admission requirements The programme is open to all applicants holding a Bachelor’s degree in law or another Bachelor’s degree with at least 45 ECTS in law or other relevant subject(s). The applicants should be familiar with the basics of public international law and/or constitutional law.
Applicants to the Master’s degree programmes taught in English must always prove their knowledge of the English language and fulfill the general academic requirements.

Tuition/Accommodation 10 000 euro
Homepage www.abo.fi/en/study-programme/the-masters-degree-programme-in-international-law-and-human-rights/

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