LLM International Criminal Law in Galway Ireland | University of Galway

The LLM in International Criminal Law equips students with comprehensive expertise in the evolution, frameworks, legal principles, and operations of international criminal tribunals and the International Criminal Court. Participants will acquire thorough knowledge of international criminal law, encompassing its core offenses, substantive regulations, and essential processes. The program also fosters critical analysis of how these legal mechanisms interact with alternative accountability approaches, including truth commissions. This LLM appeals to individuals passionate about exploring the expanding domain of international criminal justice, the ICC's global influence, and strategies for prosecuting acts of genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes.
Program features:
The Irish Centre for Human Rights ranks among the globe's leading academic institutions dedicated to human rights education and advocacy.
Courses are taught by renowned faculty members. Our scholars are prominent international figures with exceptional credentials and contributions to international criminal law. The Centre has hosted distinguished guests such as Judge Carmel Agius, Senator Robert Badinter, Judge Maureen Harding Clark, Richard Goldstone, President Philippe Kirsch, Judge Theodor Meron, Judge Navanethem Pillay, and Judge Kimberly Prost.
Educational visit to the International Criminal Court in The Hague.
Annual participation opportunity in an International Criminal Court summer school.

Professional Pathways
Graduates of this program typically pursue careers in four primary sectors:
positions within United Nations agencies or related organizations,
roles in human rights and development-focused NGOs and similar entities,
academic careers or advanced degree programs (PhD/JD),
government or diplomatic service (such as human rights divisions in foreign affairs departments).
Alumni have secured positions at the ICC, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, ICRC, various UN offices (Geneva and New York), regional NGOs, trade and health organizations, as well as legal practices utilizing international law frameworks and university research centers, among numerous other opportunities.