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Criminal Law and Criminology


Why is one witness certain that the crime he was witness to was committed by a person wearing a red jacket, while another witness is certain the coat was blue? How can countries work together to fight transnational crimes? What are the differences when trying a person for a crime in different countries?


Language English
Duration 12 months
Degree Master of Laws (LLM)
Start programme 1 September 2012
Deadline application
  • 1 June
  • Candidates for NFP scholarships: 1 February
Tuition fees Detailed information about tuition fees
Details Information about scholarships: www.rug.nl/grantfinder
Accreditation Accredited by the Dutch Government

  

General information

Crime is of all times and all places. But the nature of crimes changes over time. More options are available to people as technology evolves and travelling the entire world gets more and more easy. Different legal regimes are dealing with problems in a different or sometimes very similar way. And countries have to work together more and more when fighting crime. This LLM programme in Criminal Law and Criminology enables you to specialize in criminal law matters, both national and international, but also teaches you about several aspects of criminology. A friendly international atmosphere and an international staff offer an excellent basis for a rewarding and stimulating year in an outwardlooking and research-led environment.

Career prospects

  • a legal career within internationally operating organizations in the field of criminal law and criminology
  • a career in national or international criminal courts or services

Admission Requirements

Further Information

International Office, Faculty of Law
T+31 (0)50 363 5243
F+31 (0)50 363 7408
E mail: LLM@rug.nl
Website: Criminal Law and Criminology

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