Leiden Law School

LL.M. Law

A specialist with a broad training - this typifies a Leiden Master of Laws graduate. In the master’s programme Rechtsgeleerdheid you study your chosen field of law more closely. The possibilities are endless.

European Law is a one-year Master’s specialisation at the internationally renowned Leiden Law School at Leiden University. The programme distinguishes itself by its broad intra-disciplinary approach, covering institutional, constitutional as well as internal market and competition law of the EU in addition to human rights from an EU perspective.

LL.M. Law

A specialist with a broad training - this typifies a Leiden Master of Laws graduate. In the master’s programme Rechtsgeleerdheid you study your chosen field of law more closely. The possibilities are endless.

Public International Law is a one-year Master’s specialisation at the internationally acclaimed Leiden Law School at Leiden University. The programme focuses on the legal framework that governs international relations in an increasingly complex global society.

MSc Crime and Criminal Justice

Detecting and combatting crime is becoming increasingly complex. Security is high on the national and international agenda. The master’s programme Crime and Criminal Justice in Leiden provides the skills to face these challenges.

Comparative Criminal Justice (formerly Criminology & Criminal Justice) is a one-year master programme at the renowned Leiden Law School of Leiden University. The programme explores contemporary criminal justice developments and challenges from legal and criminological perspectives. It is unique in its cross-national and multidisciplinary scope.

Adv. LL.M. Air and Space Law

Which laws govern the commercial use of outer space? Are States responsible for mitigating space debris? Who is liable for accidents that happen onboard an the aircraft? Learn how to deal with questions like these from both an international and a European perspective.

Adv. LL.M. European and International Business Law

The European Union is one of the most influential international organisations in the world. But how does it impact on governance, enterprise and innovation within a global economy, in the area of business law? And how does EU law interact with that of other international organisations?”

Adv. LL.M. European and International Human Rights Law

When human rights are violated by a particular state or society, is it more effective to use national, regional or international human rights protection mechanisms to address the issue? And how do different political, social and cultural settings affect the workings of these mechanisms?

Adv. LL.M. Global and European Labour Law

Labour law is no longer a purely national issue. Knowing and understanding the global and European dimensions of labour law are therefore essential in the practice of every labour lawyer.

Adv. LL.M. International Children`s Rights

The Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights (LL.M.) is a one of a kind program, offering in-depth specialization on the rights and interests of children from a legal perspective. The programme is assessed "excellent" by the NVAO (the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).

Adv. LL.M. International Civil and Commercial Law

What effects has globalisation had on international trade? What are the essential elements of international business contracts? When there is a dispute concerning a cross-border business transaction, which country's or region's laws apply and which court has jurisdiction? Learn how to deal with questions like these from both an international and comparative perspective.

Adv. LL.M. International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration

Leiden University’s Master of Laws in Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration (L.L.M.) is an high-level postgraduate programme on the theory and practice of international dispute settlement and arbitration in international law.

Adv. LL.M. Law and Digital Technologies

How does the digitisation and mass distribution of creative work affect intellectual property rights? In what ways can digital technnology regulations evolve to better protect individuals and organisations from identity fraud or security breaches?

Adv. LL.M. Law & Finance

How are international financial markets regulated? How do banks structure and document international financial transactions? What does it take to ensure the stability of the financial markets and to protect investors on those markets? How should integrity in the financial sector be maintained?

Adv. LL.M. Public International Law

For the Public International Law, you will choose one of two major specialisations: International Criminal Law or Peace, Justice and Development.

International Criminal Law: Which organisations have the authority to intervene when violations of human rights occur? Which legal means can be used to combat international terrorism?

Adv. LL.M. Public International Law

For the Public International Law, you will choose one of two major specialisations: International Criminal Law or Peace, Justice and Development.

Peace, Justice and Development: How are war and justice regulated in times of international turmoil? How can the international community develop effective governance mechanisms, including law, to better honour peace as a fundamental human right?