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Certificate in International Humanitarian Law & Armed Conflict Protection

Eight-week executive training course for diplomats, military legal advisors, and humanitarian workers covering the Geneva Conventions, customary IHL, and rules of engagement.

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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 or professional background in international affairs or law enforcement.
English language proficiency
English B2.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required.
Thesis / Research statement
Registration form and professional biography.
Recommendation letters
Not required.

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

Financial support / stipend
Red Cross (CRI) and military personnel professional development subsidies
Application fee
€30 registration fee
Tuition / joining costs
€850 total course tuition

Dates and verification

Application deadline
September 30, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Università degli Studi di Padova - Centro di Ateneo per i Diritti Umani 'Antonio Papisca' documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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