Master of Laws (LLM) in Rule of Law for Development

The Master of Laws (LLM) in Rule of Law for Development is a practice-oriented degree for law graduates and lawyers. You will receive the advanced training and skills you need to inspire, lead, and manage efforts to strengthen both the rule of law and prospects for national development in your country and geographical region.
You will be able to:
Conduct research on rule of law and development topics and carry out assessments of rule of law problems
Draft documents relating to rule of law and development
Develop a conceptual framework or theory of change to create optimal sequencing of legal reform for development
Support the implementation of rule of law initiatives which take into account varied legal cultures and systems
Guide rule of law initiatives and economic activity that are consistent with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Develop and manage rule of law programs, projects and national initiatives that employ appropriate methods and project management tools
Prepare funding proposals for rule of law projects
Advise on how applicable institutional and legal frameworks facilitate or place limitations on rule of law initiatives
Devise and apply strategies for effective international and inter-organizational engagement and cooperation for rule of law and governance development in conflict prevention, reducing state instability, and peacebuilding

To apply to the program, you must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent as well as a primary law degree. Additionally, you should demonstrate an interest or experience in rule of law and governance matters through past work or volunteer experience.

English language requirements:

For the TOEFL, a score of at least 213 on the computer-based test or 550 on the written test is required. The minimum score for the new TOEFL IBT (internet-based test) is 79.

For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.5 is required.

August 1: Application deadline, fall enrollment only