Overview

Starting each in the Fall semester, this unique Global Health Law and Governance programme at Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies is organised over one academic year and divided into two semesters. In both institutions, students will follow a mix of compulsory and optional courses, thereby acquiring the best core knowledge in health law while customising the programme to their needs and interests. The programme also includes an internship.

Key outcomes

Specialise in a hot topic in current global affairs
Contribute to improving population health globally

Receive a recognised degree (LL.M.) delivered jointly by two renowned institutions

Who is this programme for?

Lawyers working or aspiring to work in global health law and policy-making in all sectors (international organisations, private sector, governments, non-governmental organisations).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Health Law

Public International Law

Humanitarian Law

International Trade Law

International Environmental Law

Refugee Law and Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Genève, Switzerland

Disciplines

International Law Public Health View 5 other Masters in Public Health in Switzerland

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates for all LL.M. programs must have graduated from either:

a US law school approved by the American Bar Association
a law school in another country if the level of study is equivalent to the American Juris Doctor (JD), i.e. have received a degree in law sufficient to allow one to sit for a bar examination and/or practice as a lawyer within the applicant’s home country.

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Tuition Fees

Additional Details

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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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Scholarships Information

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