MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) IN NATIONAL SECURITY LAW AND PRACTICE & MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN NATIONAL SECURITY LAW AND PRACTICE
NATIONAL SECURITY LAW AND PRACTICE (M.A. & LL.M.)
National Security is an essential growth catalyst that could aid the development process of any economy. The policy, legal and regulatory frameworks, and the right practitioner approaches of the sector are, however, essential to enable an economy reap the touted benefits. It is in recognition of this that UGSoL has gone to great lengths to mount these National Security Law and Practice programmes.
The overall objectives of the MA/LL.M National Security Law and Practice programme are to:
1. Improve the theoretical and practical training available to lawyers and non-lawyers in national security laws and practice;
2. Assist students to unpack and articulate the dynamics of national security-related development strategies in order to leverage Africa’s safety and security;
3. Offer a stimulating environment where pragmatic policy proposals and innovative solutions are conceived; and
4. Assist students interested in the national security decision-making policy-space to prioritise safety and security.
COURSE DURATION
One (1) Academic Year
Venue: University of Ghana – Accra City Campus, Adabraka.
Format: Hybrid (in-person and online lectures)
Time:
- Mondays – Thursdays: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
- Fridays: 3:00pm – 8:00pm
Fees:
- GHS 22,355.00 (Ghanaians)
- USD 9,178.00 (Non-Ghanaians)
- GHS 2,445.00 (Admission Processing Fees)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- First degree from a recognized University.
- Shortlisting / Interview
- M.A. – proven interest, exposure or experience in National Security Law and Practice.
- LL.M. – Bachelor of laws degree or its equivalent.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE:
This two-semester programme comprises lectures, seminars and dissertations. Continuous assessment shall be the main mode of examination.
Students are therefore expected to actively participate in topical seminars and contribute to discussions on pertinent issues in National Security Law and Practice. Research works leading to dissertations and papers are expected to be selected according to student interests. Industry practitioners shall facilitate seminars to increase student exposure to the job market and industry needs.
PROGRAMME CONTENT
The M.A. programme has the following courses:
• Legal Research Methods
• National Security Law
• Theories on National Security
• Managing National Security
• Cybersecurity and National Security: Current Issues
• International Criminal Law
• M.A. Seminar
• Policing in the 21st Century: Law Enforcement in a ‘Digi-World’
• International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
• Online Privacy and Data Protection
• Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Systems
• M.A. Dissertation
The LL.M. programme has the following courses:
• Legal Research Methods
• National Security Law
• Theories on National Security
• Managing National Security
• Cybersecurity and National Security: Current Issues
• International Criminal Law
• LL.M Seminar
• Policing in the 21st Century: Law Enforcement in a ‘Digi-World’
• International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
• Online Privacy and Data Protection
• Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Systems
• LL.M Paper
Contact Details:
Website: https://law.ug.edu.gh
Email: lawschool@ug.edu.gh
Phone Numbers: +233 (0) 30 396 3750 / +233 (0) 30 395 8555