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MA/MS in Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration

Universiteit Leiden

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands•World Rank #109

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At Universiteit Leiden in Leiden, Netherlands, MA/MS in Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration is offered as a master's degree in Law programme. The programme runs for 1 year. It carries 60.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Law
Duration: 1 year
Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)
Language: English

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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed June 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

How do States settle their international disputes? How is litigation and arbitration at the international law level conducted ? Can investment disputes between a State and a foreign investor or between two States be arbitrated? What is the role of the International Court of Justice and other international courts and tribunals in international society? 

Learn how to answer and deal with these and other questions from an international law perspective.

This master allows you to specialise in international dispute settlement and arbitration with a strong emphasis on international law, while at the same time connecting to other related fields of law, such as arbitration in the international commercial law context. It also includes extra-curricular activities such as a moot courts, programme trips and visits, workshops and group exercises.

About Universiteit Leiden

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1575
World rank: #109
Programs: 238
Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration award?

Universiteit Leiden awards a Master's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

What language is MA/MS in Advanced Studies in International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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