Your international dispute settlement career starts in Geneva.

The MIDS is the leading specialized LL.M. in international dispute settlement, tailored to the needs of the legal practitioners of tomorrow.

"Sometimes it is the seemingly 'small' decisions, like pursuing an LL.M., that can change your life forever."

Andreea Nica, MIDS'18Attorney-at-Law, Bär & Karrer

Geneva, a strategic location

A birthplace of modern international law that has made history more than once

A hub for expertise and diplomacy, with hundreds of international organizations, NGOs, and law firms

A top destination for arbitration, in the top 5 worldwide alongside London, Singapore, Paris, and Hong Kong

All in a livable, picturesque, and cosmopolitan city, at the heart of Europe.

The MIDS, a one-of-its-kind program

Not an ordinary LL.M.
With its niche focus, unique curriculum, and solid reputation, the MIDS is an unusual rival to the world's most prestigious LL.M. programs.
Practice-oriented
Everything at the MIDS is designed to prepare students for a successful career in one of the most competitive fields of the legal industry.
An unparalleled community
In less than two decades, the MIDS has constituted one of the world's largest communities of international dispute settlement lawyers.

Learn from world-leading experts

Professor Zachary Douglas KC

Professor, Geneva Graduate Institute

Professor Laurence Boisson de Chazournes

Professor Emeritus, University of Geneva

Professor Thomas Schultz

Professor, University of Geneva

Professor Jan Kleinheisterkamp

Arbitrator and Mediator

Professor Makane Moïse Mbengue

Professor, University of Geneva

Professor Jacques de Werra

Professor, University of Geneva

Professor Joost Pauwelyn

Professor, Geneva Graduate Institute

Professor Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler

Professor Emeritus, University of Geneva

Alexander Fessas

Secretary General, International Court of Arbitration

Professor Pierre Tercier

Professor Emeritus, Fribourg

Professor Marcelo Kohen

Professor Emeritus, Geneva Graduate Institute

Professor Gabrielle Marceau

Professor, University of Geneva

Learn more about the MIDS

Academics

Through its extensive and rigorous curriculum, comprehensive career services, and access to exclusive professional opportunities, the MIDS prepares students for successful and fulfilling careers.

Careers

Preparing you for your next career move is our mission and an integral part of your time at the MIDS.

Student Experience

Beyond a degree, the MIDS offers an unforgettable journey of academic, professional, and personal growth.

Life in Geneva

The embodiment of a global city, a professional hub, and exceptionally comfortable to live in, Geneva is one of Europe's best kept secrets.

Community

An unparalleled tight-knit community bringing together well-known figures and rising young professionals.

Admissions & Costs

Learn about our admissions process and how to position yourself for success.

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Upcoming MIDS & CIDS events

4th MIDS Alumni Association Annual Conference

November 15, 2024

10:00 19:30

Maison de la Paix, Auditorium A1-B. Registration needed.
Do not miss the day of discussions celebrating our alumni community, organized by the the MIDS Alumni Association (MAA).