18/04/2025
Do you have the knowledge to excel in a range of jurisdictions?
In search of a master in international law? Want actionable knowledge from a future-proof LL.M.? Studying at IE Law School could be your ideal route towards an international career in the legal sector.
We’re seeing legal practitioners across the world face unfamiliar challenges as a result of globalization. The world needs legal experts who can operate across different jurisdictional frameworks and international environments. That’s why we’re training students through multidisciplinary training that meets the needs of today and tomorrow. There are few programs better suited for the legal trailblazers of the future than the LL.M. in International Legal Studies.
What is the LL.M. in International Legal Studies?
“The LL.M. in International Legal Studies is a pioneering program that provides ambitious legal professionals with both a broad and deep understanding of international law.”
Rooted in a diverse global environment, the program helps you emerge as an impactful, effective and decisive legal expert. You’ll graduate with extensive experience in the hands-on application of law.
But that’s not all. You can choose to focus your studies on one of two areas of specialization: International Economic Law and Human Rights. And with our multidisciplinary range of courses, you’ll cover everything from emerging technologies to sustainability and the application of law in different social, economic and political contexts.
You can also participate in various complementary activities. These include a mentoring program and an optional legal immersion experience in a European city. The latter offers the chance study in one of the world’s top legal hubs.
What are the benefits of a master in international law?
Choosing the LL.M. in International Legal Studies unlocks endless benefits for your legal career. So, here are our top five reasons for you to study with us:
1. Experience innovative legal education
“Since we pioneered the comparative methodology, it has become a staple in legal education institutions across the globe – and we haven’t stopped developing it since.”
We’ve worked consistently with internationally-focused lawyers. This ongoing conversation has cemented our place on the frontlines of the sector leaders. Our holistic approach offers a nuanced view of the global legal landscape, alongside insights from the business and tech worlds.
2. Learn in IE Law Schools prestigious research centers
As the home of several world-class research institutions, IE Law School is at the forefront of knowledge development. They include the IE Center for Europan Studies, the LawAhead Center on the Legal Profession, the Jean Monnet Center of Excellence for Law and Automation and many more. They have published numerous defining works that continue to shape thought leadership in various sectors.
Furthermore, our faculty is comprised of top professionals. You’ll be learning from world-class legal practitioners with a range of expertise. And, for many students, our professors are a defining point of their experience thanks to their dedication to teaching and critical thinking. With them to guide you, you’ll hone your intellectual curiosity and excel as a legal professional.
3. Become an impactful legal practitioner
Today’s legal landscape calls for practitioners who can draw from multiple areas of knowledge to tackle issues effectively. So, from business, management and technology to finance, economics, politics and even philosophy, you’ll take a multidisciplinary approach to your studies and broaden your perspective as a result. You’ll also analyze the implications of artificial intelligence, automation, intellectual property and digital law to prepare for the future of the sector.
4. Align your studies with your goals
Once you graduate, we know how eager you’ll be to get out into the professional world and put your knowledge and new skills to work. With this in mind, we’ve incorporated two areas of specialization into the LL.M. in International Legal Studies to allow you to focus your career path and stand out from the crowd: International Economic Law and Human Rights. You’ll emerge with unique practical and technical competencies to take into any legal career that goes hand-in-hand with the knowledge and skills you’ve gained along the way.
5. Join a robust global network
Alongside new insights and knowledge, you’ll connect with other legal practitioners who will be by your side for the rest of your career. From fellow students and our expert faculty to visiting legal experts, you’ll connect with a wide range of legal professionals practicing all around the world.
We’re also members of several top international bodies, including the Law Schools Global League, the International Bar Association, the American Bar Association and the International Association of Lawyers. Joining the LL.M. in International Legal Studies will give you access to a wide pool of successful legal practitioners to inspire you and help launch your career in your chosen specialization.
Study a master in international law with us
After the LL.M. in International Legal Studies, you’ll have a world of opportunities at your feet. Thanks to its practical, hands-on approach, you’ll be able to pursue whatever legal path you choose, with the advanced knowledge from your chosen specialization to back up your expertise.
So, will you choose to study with us? Follow the link below to find out more in formation or fill in the form to stay in touch.
Benjamin is the editor of Uncover IE. His writing is featured in the LAMDA Verse and Prose Anthology Vol. 19, The Primer and Moonflake Press. Benjamin provided translation for “FalseStuff: La Muerte de las Musas”, winner of Best Theatre Show at the Max Awards 2024.
Benjamin was shortlisted for the Bristol Old Vic Open Sessions 2016 and the Alpine Fellowship Writing Prize 2023.
