Overview

The International Economic Law LLM programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg students will gain a critical understanding of the role and function of law in an international context, including the working of institutional mechanisms for the enforcement of international law.

Key facts:

The LLM in international law gives candidates the competence to research, teach and use international law principles in adjudication, litigation and advisory roles. More importantly, students will develop their own views on the role and functioning of law in the international society.

The following LLM courses are linked to the LLM in International Law: Advanced International Law (compulsory course), International Human Rights Law, International Environmental Law, International Criminal Law and International Trade Law.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Advanced Administrative Law
Advanced International Law
Competition Law
Human Rights and the Marketplace
Intellectual Property Law
International Dispute Resolution
International Environmental Law
Regulation and Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Economics International Law View 39 other Masters in Economics in South Africa

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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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General requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with an average mark of 70 percent. If you have an LLB with an average mark of between 65% and 70%, you may be considered for admission.
However, you may be requested to submit a sample of academic writing which, in the sole discretion of the School of Law, demonstrates your ability to perform legal research and produce writing of a high standard, including the ability to think conceptually, footnote and reference properly, and communicate effectively in writing.
Such evidence could, for instance, consist of a legal publication or a law essay written by you during your LLB that received a high mark.

We admit only law graduates and legal professionals who have the interest, ability and time to conduct research at an advanced academic level. Entry to the programme is limited.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

68940 ZAR / year

≈ 68940 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

68940 ZAR / year

≈ 68940 ZAR / year

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

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

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