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University of Aberdeen: International Law, Security and Strategic Studies
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Law View department profile |
| Web | http://www.abdn.ac.uk/law |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
International Law and Strategic Studies at Aberdeen explores how the legal disciplines impact the prevention, control and conduct of conflicts in the modern word. With the combined strength of the School of Law and the School of Social Science, this programme explores the use of force by international and transnational actors to achieve political and security objectives. It allows a focused appreciation of the legal considerations that frame many contemporary conflicts. Students will have the opportunity to develop critical thinking and analytic skills through studying courses such as International Law: A Time of Challenges and Global Security Issues. This programme was designed by experts in the fields of International Law and Strategic Studies. With their combined input, you will gain unique insights into both subjects and will advance your understanding of their relationship. The programme aligns with the interdisciplinary competencies required for today’s job market in international security. The University of Aberdeen has a reputation for attracting world-class teaching staff with unrivalled experience and knowledge in their specialist subjects. You will have access to first rate teaching from globally respected staff, such as Programme Director Dr Irène Couzigou, who before lecturing at Aberdeen, worked at the Universities of Heidelberg and Mannheim in Germany and at the University of Paris II in France.
LLM
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally an upper second class Honours degree or equivalent in International Relations, Politics, Economics, Law, Geography, History or cognate disciplines, or relevant professional experience (e.g. work for NGOs, the civil service, the military, the international media). Prospective applicants who are unsure about their eligibility are encouraged to address an informal inquiry to the programme director. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally an upper second class Honours degree or equivalent in International Relations, Politics, Economics, Law, Geography, History or cognate disciplines, or relevant professional experience (e.g. work for NGOs, the civil service, the military, the international media). Prospective applicants who are unsure about their eligibility are encouraged to address an informal inquiry to the programme director. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11845 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally an upper second class Honours degree or equivalent in International Relations, Politics, Economics, Law, Geography, History or cognate disciplines, or relevant professional experience (e.g. work for NGOs, the civil service, the military, the international media). Prospective applicants who are unsure about their eligibility are encouraged to address an informal inquiry to the programme director. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 22400 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 22400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally an upper second class Honours degree or equivalent in International Relations, Politics, Economics, Law, Geography, History or cognate disciplines, or relevant professional experience (e.g. work for NGOs, the civil service, the military, the international media). Prospective applicants who are unsure about their eligibility are encouraged to address an informal inquiry to the programme director. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 22400 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 11500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 22400 GBP for Year 1 |
University of Aberdeen
School of Law
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Law was a foundation discipline of the University of Aberdeen when it was established in 1495. Today the Law School is considered one of the UK’s elite training grounds for lawyers - and there’s no substitute for experience. We are ranked 5th in the UK of 105 Law Schools for Overall Student Satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2022.
We teach a broad cohort of around 1200 undergraduate, postgraduate and research students representing 40 nationalities. The University …
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