2025 Program Notes

The International Law Program will take place for a second year in Kingston and Berlin, and as usual the students will visit international organizations in Paris, The Hague, and Geneva. The program will run from May 2 through June 28.

The application form is now available on the Application Procedure page.  All Queen's and Dalhousie students who apply by November 29th will receive an offer in early December, with their response due in January.  Students from other law schools will receive offers (in the order of application) in the winter term provided that space in the program is available. 

Information Sessions with the Program Director and alumni:

Queen's: Monday, November 11th, 1-2:30 (room 001)

Osgoode: Monday, November 18th, 12:30-1:30 (room 1003)

Ottawa: Wednesday, November 20th, 11:30-12:30 (Fauteux 227)

Dalhousie: Thursday, November 21st, 12:30-1:30 (room W204)

Manitoba: Monday, November 25th, 4-5 (room tba)

Additional sessions, including an online session for students at all schools, will be scheduled in January.

For more information see this website, the 2025 program brochure, the LinkedIn group, and the 2024 photo album. Email Gillian Ready at gillian.ready@queensu.ca to request the student advisor list and to ask questions.

We hope you will join us in May and June!

 

Reflecting Queen's Law's commitment to an international perspective in the study of law, the International Law Program is an integrated academic program in international law that runs each May and June. This unique learning opportunity combines an 8-week intensive academic program in international law with field study visits to law firms, international organizations, and international courts. Instructors and guests are prominent figures in international law who bring their practical experience to the classroom. The program offers many networking opportunities, including a career options evening with alumni and friends. Students choose to study either International Business Law or Public International Law. 

10 Reasons to Attend the International Law Program

  • Gain a comprehensive overview of the field of international law from leading practitioners and academics
  • Study in small and highly interactive classes
  • Visit international courts, international organizations, law firms, and Canadian missions in The Hague and Geneva (Public International Law) or Paris and Geneva (International Business Law)
  • Find out how to build a career in international law
  • Build lasting friendships and networks with your classmates, instructors, guests, and alumni
  • Be ahead of the curve, as international law is increasingly relevant in all aspects of law
  • Build your profile for future job applications
  • Complete 9 upper-year credits before 2L summer or articling recruitment
  • Enjoy the cultural experience of living, studying, and travelling abroad
  • Travel throughout Europe on weekends and at the end of the program.

Questions? Contact the International Law Program team:

Program Director Gillian Ready

Academic Director Nicolas Lamp

Associate Academic Director Ardi Imseis