入学要求 Requirement:
学术要求:Entry requirements for International Law and Security are a good first degree in law (2:1 upwards or equivalent) or a first degree (2:1 upwards or equivalent) with at least 50% of the credits in law.
英语要求: IELTS 6.5 (with no subtest less than 6.5)
学费 Tuition Fee:2011/2012 £11500
课程特征 Course Features:
The Masters in International Law & Security programme is unique in Scotland. It is designed to provide you with a critical understanding of the role of international law in international security.
•Although international peace and security are the primary aims of the international legal system, the constantly changing nature of threats and the emergence of new threats makes the realisation of peace and security a complex and shifting goal.
•You will examine the role of international law in dealing with a range of security issues, assess its effectiveness and reflect critically on how law can respond to modern security challenges.
课程内容 Course Content :
You are required to study two core courses and two or three courses from a list of options and to submit a dissertation approved as falling within the area.
Core courses
•International law and international security
•International security and international relations.
Optional courses
Law optional courses
•The settlement of international disputes
•International criminal law
•United Nations law
•European security institutions and law
•International law of human security
•International and European human rights law
Optional modules from the MSc in Global Security
•The EU in international politics and development
•Diplomacy and discourse in international relations
•Ethics and international relations
•Insurgency and counter insurgency.
职业前景 Career Prospects:
This programme provides a thorough academic background in the area of international law and security. You will be well placed for roles in law firms, international organisations, non-governmental organisations and government agencies.