University of Pretoria - Faculty of Law LLM (International Law) (Coursework)
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Law

University of Pretoria - Faculty of Law

LLM (International Law) (Coursework)

Pretoria, South Africa

LLM

1 up to

2 years

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The LLM (International Law) program focuses on advanced legal principles affecting international relations and global issues. The coursework covers various aspects of international law, preparing students to critically analyze and apply legal theories to real-world situations.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as international lawyers, legal consultants, human rights advocates, or policymakers in government and international organizations. These roles leverage expertise in areas like trade law, human rights law, and environmental law.

Programme information

A limited number of approximately between 10 and 25 students are selected per year according to the general selection guidelines.
In addition to the general admission requirements, the following specific selection criteria are used in combination to select the eligible students:

  • a demonstrated professional, academic and personal interest in and commitment to international air, space and telecommunications law;
  • an indication that the applicant would be likely to put the qualification to good use in his or her future career, preferably in his or her country of origin (the ‘multiplier effect’);
  • geographic representation (in the sense that an overrepresentation of students from a particular African country will be avoided, given the pan-African scope and ambitions of the programme);
  • gender representation (in the sense that an equitable balance between women and men is sought);
  • equitable representation of persons from vulnerable communities (such as persons with disabilities, persons belonging to indigenous communities and LGBTI persons).

The curriculum will generally consist of:

  • Three modules counting 30 credits each (If a student completes his/her studies over the maximum time of 2 years, at least one of these modules must be completed during the first year of registration).
  • A module in research methodology (RHP 801 - 5 credits) (If a student completes his/her studies over the maximum time of 2 years, this module must be completed during the first year of registration).
  • A research proposal (RHP 803 - 5 credits). The student must submit the research proposal to the supervisor prior to commencing with the writing of the mini-dissertation. If a student completes his/her studies over the maximum time of 2 years, this submission should take place no later than the end of the first semester of the second year of registration for the degree. This period may be extended with the approval of the relevant head of department.
  • A mini-dissertation. The mini-dissertation must deal with the subject content of one of the modules or a combination of the modules registered for by the student for his/her LLM/MPhil degree. Any request for an extension of the period for submission of the mini-dissertation may only be granted by the Postgraduate Committee on recommendation of the relevant head of department.

Also refer to the Postgraduate Brochure for the complete study programme as well as the Postgraduate administrative processes after registration.