Overview
Objectives
- Acquire specialised knowledge concerning the legal framework applicable to armed conflict
- Develop analytical tools and improve expertise in international law
- Understanding complexed contemporary armed conflicts and humanitarian emergencies
Audience
Diplomat, lawyer, legal advisor, judge, NGO staff, human rights advocate, media specialist, professional working in emergency situations, UN staff and staff from other international organisations
Programme
The programme is structured around 4 modules and the writting of a final Paper:
- Public International Law
- International Humanitarian Law
- International Human Rights Law (including International Refugee Law)
- International Criminal Law
Registration
Registration deadline
30 May 2025
Application will open on 3 February 2025
Fees:
- CHF 18'000.-
Admission criteria
Candidates must have:
- Work experience in a relevant field
- A bachelor's degree
- Proficiency in English: candidates whose mother tongue is not English must provide a certificate to prove their knowledge of English or a statement highlighting their solid background in English
- Colour Copy of passport
- Cover letter
Number of participants
40 participants
Curriculum
Period
September 2025 - October 2027
Credits
60 ECTS credits
The Executive Master in International Law in Armed Conflict is an online, part-time, innovative and intellectually challenging programme designed for professionals with demanding responsibilities. It provides the legal tools to address complex contemporary conflicts, human rights negotiations or criminal proceedings responding to the growing need for specialists.
Pedagogical method
- Online, part-time programme
- Online courses at lunchtime (12:00 –14:00 CET), from Wednesday - Friday
- World-renowned faculty and leading experts
Assessment
Quiz, oral and written exams, and end of programme master paper.
Partnerships / Collaboration
Diploma delivered jointly by
University of Geneva, IHEID
Director(s)
Prof. Paola GAETA, Professor of International Law at the Geneva Graduate Institute and the Director at the Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights, a joint center of the Faculty of Law, University of Geneva and the Geneva Graduate Institute
Coordinator(s)
Ana KILIBARDA, Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights