Master of Laws in Global Criminal Law
Explore international and transnational criminal law with a focus on cybercrime, organized crime, and global legal cooperation.
Best for:Best for legal professionals and graduates seeking to specialize in international and transnational criminal law, with an interest in cybercrime, organized crime, and global legal cooperation.
Overview
The Master of Laws (LLM) in Global Criminal Law at the University of Groningen offers a specialized programme for students interested in the application of criminal law across borders. This programme delves into how legal systems respond to complex crimes such as cybercrime, organized crime, and international offences. Students will develop expertise in comparative and international criminal law, analyzing legal tools and international cooperation mechanisms. The curriculum emphasizes global legal practice, preparing graduates for careers in international law, policy, and enforcement. It combines academic rigor with practical insights into evolving security challenges and globalization.
What you'll do
- Develop in-depth knowledge of substantive and procedural criminal law from a comparative and international perspective.
- Analyze complex forms of transnational and international crime, including cybercrime and organized crime.
- Examine how criminal law is shaped by international cooperation, evolving security challenges, and globalization.
- Engage in specialized study areas such as financial crime, terrorism, and international crimes.
- Prepare for an international career in law, policy, and enforcement through a blend of academic and practical learning.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent degree in Law or related field
Degree offered: Master of Laws (LLM)
Language: English; proficiency sufficient for academic study and research
Instruction: English
- Strong foundation in criminal law principles
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues from an international perspective
- Fluency in legal research and writing
- Interest in global legal challenges and transnational crime
- Open to international applicants
- No specific nationality restrictions
- No age restrictions
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-05-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official University of Groningen portal. Required documents typically include a CV, a letter of motivation, academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a copy of your passport or ID. Detailed instructions and the application form are available on the Faculty of Law’s webpage.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
- Copy of passport or ID
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