International Children’s Rights (Advanced LL.M.)

Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands

Shortlist

12 monthsProgramme duration

22,300 EURTuition Fee/year

SepStarting Month

Shortlist

Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

LLM

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights (LL.M.) is a one of a kind programme, 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).

The Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights provides an advanced study of the field of children’s rights and pays particular attention to its intersections with diverse fields of law, including human rights law international, private international law, and the economic, social, and cultural rights of children.

The programme Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights (LL.M.) offers a multi-layered study (covering international legal systems, regional, and national legal systems), as well as an interdisciplinary scope, to examine the most relevant issues impacting children worldwide. What are the rights of the child when it comes to forced marriages or protection against violence or exploitation? Which rights do refugee children have in their host communities? How do we balance between the rights of children, parents, and the state? And how can children’s rights be legally enforced in various countries across the globe? The programme also explores topics such as private international law, the economic, social, and cultural rights of children, and the role of children in the justice system. In addition, you will learn about the enforcement and monitoring of children’s rights and the impact of children’s rights and digital technologies.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

LLM

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Brochures

Admission Requirements

TOEFL

100+

IELTS

Cambridge CAE Advanced

185+

To be eligible for one of Leiden University’s master's programmes, you must meet the following admission requirements: Academic, Language and Programme-specific. For Academic requirements: You’ll need a BA or BSc degree (or equivalent and preferably associated to the field of study) to be admitted to any of Leiden University’s master’s programmes. For Language requirements: Admission to most master’s programmes requires students to be proficient in English. For Programme-specific requirements: The specific academic and professional entry requirements for each master’s programme are listed in each programme's website - please check with each programme's site to learn more about the programme-specific requirements.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

22,300 EUR

International

Starts from

22,300 EUR

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles: