Globalisation and Law (Human Rights Concentration)
Maastricht UniversityProgram Overview
The Globalisation and Law (Human Rights Concentration) at Maastricht University is a LLM programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Globalisation and Law (Human Rights Concentration) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Maastricht, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Globalisation and Law (Human Rights Concentration) programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- International Law and Globalisation
- International Criminal Law
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- International Humanitarian Law
- International Human Rights Law
- International Dispute Settlemen
- Human Rights of Women
- International Development Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For this master\'s programme selection takes place on the basis of your quality and suitability. For this your motivation, prior qualifications and your (professional) experience are important.
All applicants should meet the general requirements:
- write a letter of motivation,
- submit a letter of recommendation,
- demonstrate proficiency in English.
Graduates from selected relevant university bachelors programmes
You are eligible for admission to the masters programme Globalisation and Law if you have a Dutch university bachelors degree in: European Law School, Dutch Law, or Tax law. You are also eligible for admission if you have a non-Dutch university bachelors degree in Law.Graduates from another bachelors programme
Excellent students with a university of applied sciences degree (e.g. HBO/ Hochschule), or an academic BA or BSc bachelor in a field that does not grant direct admission into this programme, have to pass the Entrance exam in Globalisation and Law. For these candidates a Major in Law is recommended.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Maastricht University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Maastricht University
Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
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University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
