Master of Laws in International Criminal Justice (LLM ICJ)
The Certificate/Diploma/LLM in ICJ programme aims to produce highly skilled, independent and adaptable graduates with a solid knowledge of the basic principles of law, who are equipped for employment both in the legal profession and other fields of endeavor. The programme reflects the emphasis on “useful learning” which is at the heart of the mission of the University. The modular programme guarantees that all students achieve the requisite benchmark standards but also offer considerable, flexibility which allows students to select a curriculum which meets their own needs. The programme also ensures that knowledge and skills are developed progressively through the course of the degree.
Programme Summary
Course Name: Master of Laws in International Criminal Justice
Course Initial: LLM ICJ
Course Duration: The entire programme shall be completed within two years for the award of the LLM in International Criminal Justice (ICJ).
Total number of Units: 18
Mode of Delivery
The programme is delivered through blended mode of education delivery which uses various electronic modes of learning. Teaching takes place through application of zoom technologies and tutorials as well as forum discussions spread over a week for a maximum of 40 hours or as may be varied based on circumstances. Occasional face to face sessions may be designed for students in selected regions for orientations to newly admitted and continuing students on difficult areas of some courses.
Programmes Informations
Candidates holding the following qualifications will be eligible for admission into the LLM ICJ Programme: A holder of hounors Degree in Law or a Pass Degree with PGDL OR Holder of hounors Non-Law Degree from recognized university/institution with a t least working experience relevant to the course
Each Students of Master of Laws in International Criminal Justice will be required to study a minimum of 72 credits (18 Units) which (6Courses plus a Dissertation). Each Unit is equivalent to 40 one hour lectures or 4 credits. Delivery will be through blended mode; Moodle and Face to Face Executive classes. Students will be given an assignment of 6,000 words to be submitted within three weeks after the end of each course. Students pursuing the masters rather than advanced diploma will have another six months to work on a dissertation project.
| NAME | CONTACTS |
Dr. Victoria Lihiru | Email: victoria.lihiru@out.ac.tz |
Students will complete a written assignment in the form of an essay of at least 6,000 words for each course, marked out of 100%. Written assignments must be completed and submitted within three (3) weeks after attending a seminar. A candidate shall not have passed unless he/she attains a minimum of 50% (B) in his/her course/Course. Students will complete a dissertation of approximately 20,000 words on a topic of the student’s choice. Research and drafting can start after a student successfully completes five modules.
