About the Course
The LL.M. (Master of Laws) is an internationally recognised postgraduate law degree. It is obtained by completing a one year full-time programme. It is also possible to spread the modules over two years, which can be structured individually for you following a meeting with the Programme Director. There are three LL.M. Programmes on offer at Griffith College, all of which are international in focus - a key advantage in today's globalised legal landscape.
Law - International Law - General
Entry requirements
Students must hold a 2.2 degree in law or a degree with a significant law component or foreign equivalent or relevant work experience, including having held a position of responsibility relevant to the LL.M. We welcome applications from those who do not have the entry requirements outlined here. Candidates with relevant prior experiential learning may also apply and be considered for admission, subject to interview and submission of satisfactory evidential documentation.
Duration
Full-time 1 year or part-time 2 years (Evening Classes).
Course Delivery
Classes are run in the evening time, typically three evenings a week and three Saturday mornings in the year.
Careers or further progression
Progression
On completion of the LL.M students may decide to apply to complete a PhD in Law elsewhere. Successful completion of the LL.M can open up promotion opportunities in existing employment. Completing an LL.M provides students with the skills required to work as a researcher or legal advisor with governmental departments, NGOs or businesses. Existing legal practitioners can use their LL.M. to specialise in an area of interest.
Further enquiries
For Further Information
Please contact the Admissions Office
t: +353 1 415 0415
e: admissions@gcd.ie
Subjects taught
Module Content
Students may tailor their degrees to suit their interests and through their subject choice they will emerge with a Masters in International Commercial Law, International Human Rights Law, or International Law.
Semester 1
Students complete two core modules,
Public International Law
Advanced Legal Research and Writing
Students complete one elective module from;
International Human Rights Law
International Commercial Law
Semester 2
Students complete three elective modules (electives run subject to demand);
International Asylum and Immigration Law
International Children's Rights Law
International Humanitarian Law
International Criminal Law
Social and Economic Rights
Corporate Governance
EU Internal Market and Competition
International Commercial Arbitration
International Financial Services Law
International Intellectual Property Law
International Tax Law
Semester 3
Minor Dissertation (20,000 words)
Assessment method
Assessment is by means of written assignments combined with examinations.
Enrolment and start dates
Application can be made directly to the GCD Admissions Office or via the website www.griffith.ie/apply
Applications for all direct entry programmes (undergraduate, postgraduate, part-time/evening time) must be made on the website www.griffith.ie/apply and relevant* supporting documentation can be emailed to admissions@griffith.ie or posted to:
The Admissions Office,
Griffith College Dublin,
South Circular Road,
Dublin 8.
*All applications for direct entry to undergraduate programmes should include a copy of official Leaving Certificate results with the exception of mature applicants (who must supply evidence of date of birth).
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What makes our LL.M. unique?
Evening lectures suit those who are working full time
Flexible time schedule for Programme over one or two years
Opportunities to participate in Griffith College's Postgraduate Conference in International Law
Opportunities to participate in international law competitions with faculty guidance and support
Small class sizes means students receive more individual attention
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