Overview

Areas of Study

The International Law programme of Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies includes complementary courses in other disciplines (economics, history, political science, anthropology and sociology).
The programme comprises compulsory courses, optional seminars and an original research dissertation in the second year.
The programme is aimed at those who wish to pursue either a PhD or a career in research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

A Discourse Analysis of International Law

Change and Stability in the International Legal Order

Climate Change and International Law

Compliance with International Law: Theories and Mechanisms

Corporate Responsibility in International and Transnational Law

Global Health Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Genève, Switzerland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should hold, or at least receive upon arrival, a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a discipline relevant to your study programme, from an accredited university

Professional experience and extracurricular activities are not compulsory but can be an asset to your application

Motivation letter describing why you wish to study at the Institute (800 words maximum, in French or English).

Curriculum vitae/resume (in French or English).

Official academic transcripts showing all coursework attempted, accompanied by grade scales and their value (credits).

Please provide a certified English translation for all documents in a language other than English, French, German, Italian or Spanish.

Copy of all university diplomas and qualifications obtained (with a certified translation, if required).

English proficiency certificate, if applicable. Check our language requirements.

Copy of your passport ID/personal details page.
Two or three academic references

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

8000 CHF / year

≈ 8000 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5000 CHF / year

≈ 5000 CHF / year

Living costs

Genève

Switzerland

1925 - 2850 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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