Master's Specialisation: International and European Law Advanced

The Master’s specialisation in International and European Law Advanced gives you the opportunity to acquire an advanced understanding of the core issues of European Union law and public international law. Besides EU competition law and external relations law, you may choose to enrol in courses on topics of public international law, including international arbitration or international individual criminal responsibility. You may also further deepen your knowledge of EU internal market law, immigration law, or European private law.

Master's International and European Law Advanced: something for you?

• Many of our lecturers are also law practitioners. They therefore not only teach you the black letter law, but also add their own professional experiences.
• You’ll study at a Law School that is rated number one in the Netherlands for student satisfaction.
• The international mix of students gives the classes and project work a multicultural touch.
• You have the option of going abroad, either for an internship or to follow additional courses.
• Our students rate this Master’s programme 8,0 out of 10 according to the National Student Survey 2019.

What will you learn?
All important issues that are relevant in today’s globalised landscape will be discussed in the courses, for example, maintaining peace and security, protecting human rights, and promoting sustainable development. The core programme centres on how the European Union law upholds these principles, and how it relates to and influences other actors like the United States, the BRIC countries, and international organisations such as the United Nations. Students will become fully aware of the dynamic interplay between national, European and international law: a process that develops and changes constantly.

Where do our graduates now work?

• Research
• Consultancy
• Diplomacy
• Advocacy
• NGOs
• International organisations