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  Postgraduate Diploma in International Law


University of Cambridge    Faculty of Law

Full time & Part time See Course PGDip, Research Only 1 year full time, 2 years part time
Law (22)

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The Postgraduate Diploma in International Law is a prestigious one-year programme (or two years if studied part-time) designed for students with a UK First class Honours Degree or its equivalent from an overseas university. This research-based course offers the opportunity to delve into an approved research topic in the field of international law, under the guidance of experienced supervisors. With a strong emphasis on independent study, students can expect regular one-to-one supervision sessions and access to a wide range of resources. The programme culminates in the submission of a dissertation, showcasing the student's ability to critically analyse complex legal issues.

About the course

The Postgraduate Diploma in International Law is a one-year full-time (or two-year part-time) research course and is awarded on the basis of a thesis not exceeding 30,000 words, inclusive of footnotes but exclusive of appendices and bibliography. Students are assigned a supervisor by the Faculty's Degree Committee. The main aims of the course are:

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Entry Requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK First class Honours Degree.

If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

Applicants should have a first-class degree in law, or a related discipline relevant to the subject of the proposed research, from a British university or its equivalent from an overseas university.

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