Master of Laws in Law of the Sea and International Environmental Law (LoSIEL)
A specialized one-year Master's programme focusing on international maritime and environmental legal frameworks.
Best for:Best for law graduates seeking specialized expertise in maritime and environmental international law.
Overview
The LoSIEL Master's programme at the University of Hamburg provides an intensive, one-year academic curriculum dedicated to the international law of the sea and international environmental law. Designed for legal graduates, the programme combines theoretical foundations with practical insights from international judges, legal experts, and practitioners. Students engage in modules covering public international law, regional actors, and comparative legal studies, culminating in a Master's thesis. The programme emphasizes a strong connection between academic research and real-world legal practice, preparing graduates for careers in international organizations or academia.
What you'll do
- Complete six compulsory modules covering international law, maritime law, and environmental law.
- Participate in orientation units focusing on legal methodology and academic research traditions.
- Engage with international guest lecturers and practitioners to gain practical legal insights.
- Conduct independent research and write a Master's thesis over a four-month period.
- Analyze the interrelations between environmental law, international maritime law, and regional actors.
Requirements
Degree required: First qualifying degree in law (equivalent to 240 ECTS credits)
Degree offered: Master of Laws (LLM)
Language: English; IELTS Academic 6.5 or equivalent
Instruction: English
- Academic background in law
- Proficiency in English (B2 level or equivalent)
- Strong motivation for international legal studies
- Hold a first qualifying law degree amounting to 240 credit points
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-04-15
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal. The process requires a letter of motivation detailing career goals and academic choices, along with proof of English proficiency and academic transcripts.
- Letter of Motivation
- English language certificate
- Academic transcripts
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