LLM International Law

The Public International Law programme offered by the University of Aberdeen is specifically designed for those students interested in exploring how law operates in our global society. It provides an advanced, comprehensive and detailed study of the diverse legal dimensions of international affairs. This programme places significant emphasis on the theory and practice of international law so that you can develop the skills needed to pursue a career in the legal profession, diplomacy, non-governmental organisations, and international businesses.Course Content: This course will guide students through the foundational principles and sources of public international law, the law of peace, the law on the use of force, the law of armed conflict, the law of international criminality, the law of human rights and the law of the international economy. Key Modules: Some of the main modules covered during the program include Theory and Concepts in International Relations, International Law: A Time of Challenges and The Use of Force in International Law. Optional courses include Private International Law - Concepts and Institutions, International Investment Arbitration and Private International Law - Jurisdiction, Recognition and Enforcement. Future Careers: The course equips students for potential careers in international firms, non-governmental organisations, and government or university teaching roles around the world. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.