Master of Law in International Law is a specialisation of the LL.M degree that enables the aspirants to pursue jobs pertaining specifically to the international law. The course is designed to impart knowledge regarding the relationships between states and different nations. Candidates pursuing this course are provided with detailed knowledge of law and its practices in different regions of the world. The course also covers studies related to public law, human rights, laws of sea, air and space along with the usual law courses.
Legal Method and Research Methodology |
Law of Sea, Air and Space |
International Courts and Tribunals |
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Law and Justice in Internationalized World |
Comparative Public Law |
International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law |
Dissertation & Viva-Voce |
International Dispute Resolution Bodies |
International Law and International Relations: Development and Trends |
International Organizations |
Research Project |
Although there are various jobs available after pursuing LL.M in international law, graduates often choose to pursue MPhil or Ph.D. in this discipline in order to get better jobs opportunities after completing the doctorate level programmes. Graduates who want to work or practice aw can also take up positions in private as well as public sector organisations such as Criminal Lawyer, Legal Analyst Document Drafting Lawyer, Civil Litigation Lawyer, Legal Journalist, Government Lawyer, Legal Advisor, Judge, etc. After gaining experience in the field, candidates can also apply for jobs in the UN, European Court of Human Rights, International Criminal Court, etc. Following are some job profiles that candidates can seek after completing LL.M in International Law:
Candidates can expect a starting salary of Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 3.5 lakh in this field. Salaries also vary for different profiles. Usually, global profiles or international jobs in this field offer better salary packages as compared to the jobs offered in India. International lawyers can earn up to Rs. 60 lakh per annum or more depending on profile and experience. Judges in this field in India get salary packages of Rs. 12 lakh to Rs. 34 lakh per annum.
Candidates who have completed an LLB from a recognised university with 50% aggregate marks are considered to be eligible for admission to the LLM in Internation Law course.
The NLUs where an LLM in International Law course is available are NALSAR Hyderabad, GNLU Gujarat, RGNUL Patiala, NUALS Kochi, NLU Ranchi, NLU Assam, NUJS Kolkata, RMLNLU Lucknow, HPNLU Shimla.
Some of the subjects that are taught in an LLM International Law course include Public and Private International Law, International Human Rights, International Courts, Legal Writing, etc. Some colleges also offer slight variations to the International Law course, such as International Comparative Law, International Trade Law, etc. These courses may have different or extra subjects in the syllabus.
Many MNCs hire graduates of LLM in International Law for a Legal Officer role, however, these positions are generally offered to people who have work experience in the field. International Law graduates can also earn a good salary after joining law firms.
While it is the NLUs that are considered to offer the best LLM in International Law course in India, some other top institutions for the course include Panjab University, Postgraduate College of Law at Osmania University, Amity University, Sharda University, etc.
The fee for an LLM in International Law course generally lies between Rs. 50,000 - Rs. 5 lakhs. The actual amount will vary based on the college where you wish to take admission.