Law: Governance of Migration and Diversity (Legal)
Explore the legal dimensions of migration, asylum, and diversity governance in an international multidisciplinary environment.
Best for:Best for law graduates interested in international migration, asylum law, and fundamental rights governance.
Overview
This one-year master's specialisation at Leiden University focuses on the legal aspects of migration, asylum, and diversity governance across national, European, and international contexts. Students examine core legal frameworks including international refugee law, EU migration and asylum law, and anti-discrimination standards. The curriculum bridges legal scholarship with insights from political science, sociology, and public administration to address complex governance challenges. The programme is taught in English and connects directly to the Law Faculty’s research initiative on safeguarding fundamental rights in pluralist societies.
What you'll do
- Complete advanced coursework focusing on international refugee law and EU migration frameworks
- Analyze complex multi-level legal systems and fundamental rights protection mechanisms
- Engage in multidisciplinary discussions combining legal insights with sociology and political science
- Conduct independent legal research culminating in a master's thesis
Requirements
Degree required: Master of Laws degree or equivalent
Degree offered: Master of Laws
Language: English; IELTS overall band 6.5, TOEFL internet-based 90, Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (C1), or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (C2)
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge of legal frameworks and public law
- Ability to analyze international and European legal texts
- Critical thinking regarding multi-level governance challenges
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15
Review the specific admission criteria and prepare the required academic transcripts and language test scores. Submit your application directly through the Leiden University online application portal before the stated deadline.
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- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
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