Course Summary
The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in International Law offers students advanced, specialised legal training, qualifying you to work in a multinational legal environment. Students can specialise in International Law (General), International Commercial Law or International Human Rights Law, depending on their elective choices.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
English Language
Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.
Application Details
How to Apply
All applicants must apply online uploading a copy of the following:
• Photo I.D. (driving licence or passport)
• Degree transcripts from previous studies
• Module descriptors from previous studies where the degree is not of a cognate discipline.
Intake Dates:
We run two intakes for this course, commencing as follows:
Autumn: September*
Spring: February*
*subject to sufficient numbers.
Fees
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Students who successfully complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in International Law, International Commercial Law or International Human Rights Law can progress onto the LL.M. programme through the completion of a 20,000 word dissertation in a relevant area.
Career Progression
Students who wish to specialise in an area of law within a legal firm or practice at the Bar often choose the postgraduate diploma to give themselves sufficient knowledge in that area. Increasingly, companies are dealing with the international markets and for this reason, the Postgraduate Diploma in International Commercial Law is very popular amongst lawyers in this area.