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    Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.)

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    Leiden, NLAdvanced LLMIn-person1 year
    €22,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person Advanced LLM program based in Leiden, NL. Tuition is €22,300.

    About the program

    Advanced master's programme providing thorough understanding of public international law governing global relations, with specialisations in International Criminal Law or Peace, Justice and Development. Covers core courses like International Institutional Law, International Criminal Law, International Humanitarian Law, and International Protection of Human Rights, plus specialisation-specific courses and seminars.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    September 2027 Intake
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL internet based: 100 overall, with at least 20 (old scale) or 4.0 (new scale since Jan 2026) for the listening and reading components; and at least 22 (old scale) or 4.5 (new scale since Jan 2026) for the speaking and writing components
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic: 7.0 overall, with at least 6.0 for the listening and reading components, and at least 6.5 for the speaking and writing components

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €15,294.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University is €22,300 across 60 required credits.
    Is Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University online or in-person?
    Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University is offered in-person.
    How long does Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University take to complete?
    Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Evidence of excellent academic performance
    What work-permit options follow Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University?
    Post-completion work rights for Public International Law (Advanced LL.M.) at Leiden University: 1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)