Program Overview
The International Human Rights and International Law at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem 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 International Human Rights and International Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Israel 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 7
- Tuition: USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Jerusalem, Israel
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Human Rights and International Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Israel and International Law
- Introduction to the law of Israel
- International Regulation of Trade and Investment
- International Criminal Law
- International Energy Law
- International Arbitration
- Human Dignity in Comparative Perspective
- Behavioral Law and Economics
- International Humanitarian Law: Contemporary Challenges, Contemporary Conflicts
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The Program is open to law school graduates holding an LL.B. or J.D. degree with a good command of English. Candidates for the Program will be selected on the basis of law school grades, letters of recommendation and past academic work.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The Hebrew University of Jerusalem 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 The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is an Israeli public research university based in Jerusalem. Co-founded by Albert Einstein and Chaim Weizmann in July 1918, it is the second-oldest institution...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2003-10-17
- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months