Public Law and Politics (Master’s Program)

ILIA STATE UNIVERSITY

The Public Law and Politics Master’s Program is unique in Georgia, as it integrates law and political science to develop students’ broad perspective on the interrelationship between these fields. The program prepares highly qualified practitioners and experts who will possess systematic knowledge in the fields of public law and politics. Graduates will be able to conduct comprehensive studies of current problems and apply their knowledge in practice in the areas of human rights protection, state institutional development, reforms, and legislative changes.

Degree awarded: Master of Public Law

Language of instruction: Georgian, with English language components

Program duration: 120 ECTS credits, 4 semesters

Why Should You Choose the Public Law and Politics Master's Program

Unique Program

The Public Law and Politics Master's Program is the only one in Georgia that combines law and political science, enabling students to understand the connections between these fields. The program focuses on the most significant aspects of public law – human rights, development of state institutions, reforms, and legislative changes – providing graduates with the theoretical foundation and practical skills necessary for successful careers in these areas.

Highly Qualified Academic Staff

The program features lectures delivered by highly qualified academic staff and successful practitioners – constitutionalists, human rights specialists, and judges. This ensures high educational standards while providing students with the opportunity to acquire knowledge directly from professionals who work in the fields of public law and politics.

Practical Component

Along with acquiring contemporary knowledge, the School of Law offers students practical experience through clinical work, which provides them with opportunities for integration into professional environments. The program includes a 12-credit practical component that enables students to apply theoretical knowledge in real situations. The School of Law supports students in obtaining internships with partner organizations in both the public and non-governmental sectors, aligned with students’ interests.

Career Prospects

Program graduates have diverse career opportunities. They can be employed in relevant international organizations, the public sector (including Parliament, the Constitutional Court, or the Supreme Court), or non-governmental organizations working in the field of human rights, or become practicing experts on public law issues. Additionally, graduates can continue their studies at the doctoral level.


Program Director

Professor Ketevan Iremadze, Ilia State University


Employment Opportunities

Program graduates will have opportunities to be employed:

  • In relevant international organizations, in the public sector, including Parliament, the Constitutional Court, or the Supreme Court
  • In non-governmental organizations working in the field of human rights
  • As practicing experts on public law issues
  • Continue their studies at the doctoral level

Students eligible for the program are those who hold a Bachelor’s degree in Law.

Individuals who have passed the corresponding general master’s examination and will pass internal university examinations are eligible for the master’s program studies:

  • Written examination (essay/case study) in specialization – Public Law (60%)
  • English examination B2 level (40%)

Relevant information about internal university examinations will be posted on the university’s website.

The educational program components are distributed as follows:

  • 42 credits – Public Law specialization (field-specific) mandatory courses: including 12 credits – practical component, 6 credits – academic writing for lawyers
  • 24 credits – Public Law specialization (field-specific) elective courses
  • 12 credits – Politics mandatory courses (Politics block)
  • 12 credits – Free component/Public Policy elective courses

 

30 credits – Master’s thesis

Program-Related Resources and Partners

  • Educational process management system “Argus”
  • “Turnitin” and “Moodle” programs
  • University library (including electronic databases)
  • University computer centers
  • Lecture auditoriums
  • School of Law clinics
  • School of Law research centers

Program-Related Research Activities

  • School of Law students benefit from ERASMUS+ exchange programs
  • Participate in local and international moot courts and conferences
  • The School of Law organizes olympiads and seasonal schools

Academic Staff and Their Research Interests