International Migration and Refugee Law
Vrije Universiteit AmsterdamProgram Overview
The International Migration and Refugee Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a LLM programme in Computer Science & IT 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 computer science & it. 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 International Migration and Refugee Law 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 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Migration and Refugee Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'an in-depth course on Migration and Refugee Law, as well as a course on Legal Remedies\ for Migrants.\', "a range of elective courses, covering topics as diverse as irregular migration, human rights, European Union law and Dutch Migration Law (Migratierecht) so that you can tailor your Master\'s programme to your particular interests", \'a special elective course is the\ Migration law Clinic\', \'you will write a graduation thesis on a topic related to Migration and Refugee Law\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must have at least a Bachelors degree in Law. In some cases applicants with other academic backgrounds are selected. Applicants should have a good proficiency of the English language.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam 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 Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
TheVrije Universiteit Amsterdam(abbreviated asVU Amsterdamor simplyVUwhen in context)is apublicresearch universityinAmsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 1880. The VU Amsterdam is one of two large,...
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
