The Master of Advanced Studies in Transitional Justice, Human Rights and the Rule of Law in a Nutshell

Olivier Chamard / Geneva Academy

What

The Master of Advanced Studies in Transitional Justice, Human Rights and the Rule of Law (MTJ) is:

An intensive one-year course aimed at educating around 30 highly qualified and open-minded students annually in the field of transitional justice, human rights and the rule of law
An in-depth study of the following areas: human rights, rule of law, institutional reform, social transformation, and criminal justice
An interdisciplinary programme that combines legal, political, historical, anthropological, philosophical and field perspectives
A prestigious faculty composed of leading academics and renowned experts and practitioners working for international organizations and NGOs who are abreast of the latest developments and debates
An ongoing focus on practice via exchanges with practitioners, work on concrete case scenarios and the possibility for several students to carry out research internships and participate in a moot court
A tailored-made curriculum that allows students to choose among different tracks according to their interests and career objectives
An international, multicultural and diverse student body with a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds, experiences and motivations
A degree conferred by two prestigious academic institutions
The foundation for a successful career in national, international, governmental, inter- and non-governmental organizations, as well as academic institutions dealing with transitional justice, human rights and the rule of law

10 reasons for choosing the MTJ at the Geneva Academy:

Leading institution in the field of transitional justice and human rights
Acquisition of a solid and unique expertise in the different facets of transitional justice (legal, political, historical, philosophical) and developments in this field
Forms high-level professionals in the field of transitional justice, human rights and the rule of law qualified to work as academics, staff members or field workers for inter-governmental, governmental, and non-governmental organisations
Familiarity with a wide range of thematic, country/regional and comparative approaches
Combination of theory and practice
Personal teaching style that encourages interaction between students and lecturers
Specialized supervised research for the Master’s thesis
One-to-one career counselling and advice
Ties with leading actors in the field of transitional justice and human rights
A unique human experience during which all those involved (students, faculty and resident staff) develop long-term bonds and networks with each other

60 ECTS Credits
Core courses throughout the year on human rights, rule of law, institutional reform, social transformation, and criminal justice (45 ECTS Credits)
A year-long focus on practical issues and cases
A Spring School that addresses cutting-edge issues in transitional justice (3 ECTS Credits)
Tailored-made options during the second semester: academic research, clinical work or thematic focus (6 ECTS Credits)
The writing of a master’s paper (6 ECTS Credits)
A study trip to familiarize with the history of transitional justice
A graduation ceremony