Master of Science in International Operational Law & Armed Conflict

Advanced legal master's examining the law of armed conflict (Geneva Conventions), maritime interception, cyber warfare legal thresholds, and autonomous weapons regulation.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.) or equivalent with at least 90 ECTS in legal subjects
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each section)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Letter of motivation detailing interest in international humanitarian law and use of force
Recommendation letters: Academic reference letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: SEDU tuition fee scholarships (covering 50%–100% of tuition)
Application fee: 900 SEK
Tuition / joining costs: 115,000 SEK/year for non-EU students

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027 (National Swedish deadline)
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Swedish Defence University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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