OpenFieldUniversity of Amsterdam - Oudemanhuispoort Historical Campus
The Oudemanhuispoort is the iconic 17th-century historical center of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) in the heart of Amsterdam's canal ring, internationally celebrated as the historical birthplace of UvA's Law Faculty and Europe's premier institute for international law and legal philosophy.
Academic overview & excellence
The Oudemanhuispoort campus, famed for its centuries-old open-air book market, houses the Amsterdam Law School and humanities research institutes. Scholars examine public international law, European constitutionalism, international criminal courts, and digital platform jurisprudence.
Research admissions & criteria
Bachelor's admissions requires an accredited secondary school diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO. Master of Laws (LL.M.) programs conducted in English require an accredited Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) with strong grades and English proficiency (IELTS 7.0 with at least 6.5 in each component, or TOEFL 100).
Verified opportunities & funding programs (7)
Amsterdam Law School Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Public International Law
One-year world-renowned LL.M. degree examining state sovereignty, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, international humanitarian law, and the law of the sea.
Doctoral Research Fellowship in International Criminal Courts & Transitional Justice
Salaried doctoral research position investigating International Criminal Court (ICC) evidentiary rules, war crime prosecution precedents, and reparations for victim communities.
Amsterdam Center for International Law (ACIL) Postdoctoral Award
Two-year postdoctoral fellowship analyzing international treaties, state responsibility in climate litigation, and investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) reforms.
International Court of Justice & The Hague Peace Palace Legal Clerkship
Nine-month competitive legal internship assisting judges and registry officials with treaty interpretation, case law bench memos, and oral proceeding summaries.
Bachelor of Laws in European and International Law
Three-year qualifying law bachelor's examining European Union constitutional law, comparative civil and common law, contract law, and human rights treaties.
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship in Digital Rights & AI Governance
Award dedicated to exceptional graduate students researching EU digital platform regulations (DSA/DMA), algorithmic surveillance, and automated decision-making law.
Certificate in European Privacy Law & GDPR Data Protection Officer Certification
Eight-week executive masterclass from the Institute for Information Law (IViR) training certified Data Protection Officers (DPO) in cross-border data transfers and GDPR audits.
Distinguished faculty & researchers (3)
Prof. Dr. Geert de Snoo
Dean of Faculty of Science & Professor of Conservation Biology · Executive Directorate & Institute for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics
Prof. Dr. Geert de Snoo is Dean of Faculty of Science & Professor of Conservation Biology in the Executive Directorate & Institute for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics at University of Amsterdam - Oudemanhuispoort Historical Campus, conducting advanced research in Biodiversity in Agricultural Landscapes, Ecotoxicology, Nature Conservation Policy.
Prof. Dr. Yvonne Donders
Professor of International Human Rights and Cultural Diversity · Amsterdam Center for International Law (ACIL)
Prof. Dr. Yvonne Donders is Professor of International Human Rights and Cultural Diversity in the Amsterdam Center for International Law (ACIL) at University of Amsterdam - Oudemanhuispoort Historical Campus, conducting advanced research in Cultural Human Rights, UN Human Rights Committee, International Indigenous Law.
Prof. Dr. Natali Helberger
Distinguished University Professor of Law and Digital Technology · Institute for Information Law (IViR)
Prof. Dr. Natali Helberger is Distinguished University Professor of Law and Digital Technology in the Institute for Information Law (IViR) at University of Amsterdam - Oudemanhuispoort Historical Campus, conducting advanced research in AI and Media Law, Platform Regulation in Europe, Algorithmic Gatekeepers.
Editorial & verification standards
Institution profile and program records reflect official documentation verified on 2026-10-15. OpenField is an independent student academic resource and is not formally affiliated with University of Amsterdam - Oudemanhuispoort Historical Campus.