http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660 en UCIHL - LLM GUIDE Discussion Board Tue, 30 May 2006 19:10:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#18660 Hi, Is anyone doing the MAS in International Humanitarian Law in Geneva? I have been accepted and confirmed my admission for the period 2006-2007 which begins this Oct. Anyone in the same situation? Frida Wed, 31 May 2006 17:14:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#18708 Hi I have also just found out that I have been accepted, but only after I phoned the University. Have you been given any info re starting dates, accomodation suggestions, etc? It's all a bit vague, and I'm still tossing up whether to accept or not! Thanks Deborah Wed, 31 May 2006 17:26:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#18709 Hi Deborah, Classes begin on Oct. 23-24. The accomodation suggestions they gave me are in this link (bureau des logements): http://www.unige.ch/dase/bulog/ They have several buildings with different kinds of dorms and most of them are very close by to the UCIHL. The deadline for applying to those dorms is July 15. Otherwise there are also some private lodging options though i guess they're more expensive. I know another girl who is also attending the UCIHL, perhaps we could discuss the options later on if you decide to attend. Also, I suggest you call the UCIHL agains and ask them about the enrollment procedure to the University of Geneva (UNIGE) because you have to be "matriculated" there, in order to be able to begin the program at the UCIHL and the deadlin for doing that is June 1, but I guess if you just found out you've been accepted to the UCIHL they will have no problem in your sending the required format and papers to the UNIGE later on. You can find that info at: http://www.unige.ch/dase/?buimi/admission.html Don't hesistate to keep in touch with me if you have any further doubts. Frida Fri, 02 Jun 2006 12:07:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#18767 Hi Frida Thanks so much for your advice. Yes, let's definitely keep in touch about the accomodation issue. I've just received the documents, including the Geneva enrolment forms, so I guess I'll have to get onto that pretty quickly. My problem is that I haven't applied for any scholarships and it looks as though I may be out of time. Are you doing this through scholarships? I spoke with the University and the lady I spoke to there suggested that many people work to pay their way, so I may look into that as well. Hope this all works out, I'm pretty excited about this programme! Deborah Wed, 16 Aug 2006 17:05:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#20635 Hi everyone... am interested in applying for this program...but I will try to get a scholarship. Has anyone tried and applied? And also, in my case I was told I would have to present a study project...so does it have to be too detailed an dhav eyou guys received an answer upon a teacher there that would be abble to help in orientation? Many thanks! Wed, 24 Jan 2007 21:22:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#23703 Hi I've just been sent an acceptance letter for the 2007/8 MAS. I was wondering whether anyone has any advise about the completion of the enrolment at the University of Geneva. The application form is in French and there is no mention of the UCIHL on there! Thu, 01 Feb 2007 16:49:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#23994 Hi. First, congratulations to every accepted applicants! I got some questions to you. To my knowledge, this program is called "Master in advanced studies." Does this mean that this program is more suitable for the professionals of the related field? Also, could you please share with us your background? e.g. working experience. Thanks a lot! Sun, 04 Feb 2007 01:00:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#24127 Hi lechat, My background is that I am in my final year of my Law degree at The University of Leeds, England, not a professional and they have offered me a place so I presume that it is also aimed at non-professionals as well! Sun, 04 Feb 2007 06:16:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#24132 Thank you, kenco05! I might consider to apply to UCIHL next year. Mon, 12 Feb 2007 19:48:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#24433 Hello all, I just registered myself to this site, and was wondering if I could join your conversation? I'm about to send my application to UCIHL. I'm currently doing an MA in international law and human rights, but my BA was in journalism. Do you guys know if an LLM requires a lawyer degree (ie law school or a BA in law)? If you could share your impressions of the course so far, too, that'd be great! Thanks! All best, Gabriel Sun, 22 Apr 2007 03:52:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#30412 Hi All I am interested in applying for this course to begin in 2008. However I am from Australia and am concerned about how to finance my time in Geneva - does anyone know of the number of scholarships awarded and whether it would be possible to get an english speaking job in Geneva whilst studing? Also - is there anyone who has completed this course or knows of anyone who has completed the course and if so what sort of positions do they hold now? Cheers, Mon, 30 Apr 2007 16:41:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#30781 Hi guys: I just finished filling out my online registration form on the University of Geneva website (and paid 65 CHF). Does anyone know if we have to send transcripts and the such to University of Geneva? It seems fruitless considering we've already been accepted to UCIHL... Let me know what you think! Thanks. Mon, 30 Apr 2007 18:21:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#30790 hey Amanda, I did send copies of everything to the University - I had exactly the same thoughts about it being done twice but I just did as was asked! don't know what others did but I just did it to save any time delays or complications! Tue, 01 May 2007 01:04:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#30802 Hi Ken! Thanks for the response. I mailed the documents today - I hope postmarked by the 30 April will suffice... Have you found housing yet? I've just begun my search. I'm taking the NY July bar so all of this has had to take a back seat... Sun, 06 May 2007 14:54:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31072 Hi I have also enrolled in the MAS programme for this September. Also keen to know if anyone has sorted out housing yet. I haven't started searching properly yet, but get the feeling the housing market is quite tight and expensive! Any thoughts on suburbs would be great! Looking forward to meeting you guys later in the year! Deb Tue, 15 May 2007 15:09:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31507 Hi people! I have a question for all of you. Can I apply at UCHIL even I have not yet graduated? I am planning to apply for 2008/2009 and I will graduate on June,2008. I am thinking to continue my studying right away I finish it. Thanks Tue, 15 May 2007 18:17:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31516 hi sanja84, you can apply even though you have not graduated I have done that this year - they have given me a conditional offer so I will have to wait until I get my results to know if I have a place but they do let you apply with predicted results. Dom Tue, 15 May 2007 21:41:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31532 Thanks a lot kenco05! I will have a go at it. So the best is to contact them personal,and tell them my situation,and after theirs answer I can apply. Did you do like this? If not,what did you do? Ciao Wed, 16 May 2007 11:02:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31560 hi, no i did not contact them I filled in all the forms and sent them in by the deadline and just made it clear that they were predicted grades and that I would graduate in July. Thu, 17 May 2007 08:12:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31584 Thanks a lot. Then I will do it just as you do,after that I will see what will happen. Who knows,maybe I pass without problems. Ciao Thu, 17 May 2007 21:17:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31603 sanja84 - I am also hoping to apply for 2008/09 as well. I would very much like to stay in touch and share information. Language Question: I am not fluent in French- (barely proficient) Althought the UCIHL program states it is in English and French, will I still be accepted by the Univ. of Geneva - Graduate Studies? Do I need to be fluent in French to be accepted? Best wishes to all starting in 2007 - Fri, 18 May 2007 17:53:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#31643 Hi USAEsq. I do not know a word on French!!! As far as I know,when you applying at UCIHL,you can chose between French and English. But When you want to apply for some programmes at University of Geneva,I do not know a procedure. If they did not put terms on the internet site,contact them personal. I know that in Geneva exists Graduate Institut of International Stuidies-they demand a passive knowledge of French,and besides this a lot of other things. I think it is highly competetive there. But if it easy to be accepted there I would not go,because it lasts two years. It is two much for me. Especially I will finish faculty who lasts 4 years,then a master 1=it is 5 years of education. It is enough. I cannont forever ask money of my parens,I have to let them live a little :-))) a little advise: You apply anywhere you think might be interested,and after can choose. If you apply only for one you might be dispponited when you rely for one. I will apply for more then one. Good luck. Ciao Wed, 06 Jun 2007 23:31:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#32484 Does anyone know, where are the classes for this programme actually taught? Sat, 07 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#33304 Hello. That's actually a really good question. I was under the impression classes would either be at HEI or University of Geneva but I'm really not sure. Right now I'm just looking for housing. Any suggestions? I really haven't received any information yet other than my acceptance and a confirmation from University of Geneva stating they had received my online registration. Let me know if you have any ideas... thanks :) Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:19:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#33457 Hi, I went over a few months ago and i was told by a student currently studying that classes are split between the HEI and the University of Geneva. You have to enroll with either school when you get there, but i got the understanding that it didnt really matter which. I have accomodation at the RUI so as probably going to register at the HEI because it's closer, although i have to admit i dont really undertsand the process!!!! Wed, 18 Jul 2007 04:28:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#33604 Hi, i'm a french student which will be studing next year at the UCIHL. I'd like to know if some of you know what is the reputation of this programm and what are the job oppurtunities then. Thanks !!!! Sun, 22 Jul 2007 09:39:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#33730 I'm interested in getting the Master in Advanced Studies in International Humanitarian Law that the University Centre for International Humanitarian Law offers. I was wondering if you could help me by providing the following information: Admission requirements 1. What are the admission requirements regarding education or in general? 2. About the language, what are the requirements I have to meet to enter the programme? Is TOEFL or IELTS needed? What's the score that I should get in both? 3. There's a deadline for applying for the programme and I won't get my diploma before the deadline, but I will receive my degree before the programme starts. I want to know if I can apply because I really want to begin my Master in the 2008. Is there a possibility, in that case, to receive a conditional offer? Fri, 27 Jul 2007 00:20:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#33881 Hi all! I am enrolled in the 2007/2008 MAS program and have yet to secure housing. I have registered for the list to receive student housing but have yet to be notified of any availability. Has anyone else registered and heard from the Bureau des logements? Any ideas/suggestions as to other avenues to securing affordable housing? Thanks! Tue, 25 Sep 2007 23:02:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#35521 Hi everyone, I want to apply for the academic year 2008-2009 and I would like that any of you that have study there or that applied and get admitted for the period 2007-2008 give me some tips or advice for the application process. Good luck all of you :) Wed, 17 Oct 2007 08:56:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36013 hi grisselle27, do you know of anyone else who is applying for the next year for this program? Also do you know if in the essay outlining why you are interested in a program, you need to specify anything about your 'future' thesis or a study plan of any sort? I wasn't planning to, because I don't have concrete thoughts on that, but I am not sure if it's something that is usually put in. Thanks, Tanya Thu, 18 Oct 2007 14:45:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36053 Hi Tanya, I am applying to UCIHL and I sent my application yesterday. I did not specify my future thesis in my statement but rather gave a broad overview of my future goals and how the degree will help me achieve that. I didn't think I could decide on a thesis right now but if you are already sure about your thesis, it doesn't hurt to put it in. In any case, it shows how very focussed you are. I am also applying to other schools but UCIHL remains a priority to me so I decided to send the application early and await the outcome as I apply to the others. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 15:46:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36054 Hi Petra! Thanks for your thoughts. I haven't sent my documents in. I noticed that the new website for the academy is still a bit under construction. As of yesterday, the forms were still in French, although they are identical to the older ones for the universtiy centre. I am also waiting for my reference letters from Canada. You see, I am Canadian, but right now I am staying in Austria. At first, I was not sure if I need to provide the reference letters themselves or only names of those who are writing the reference, but then I saw that they want an assessment of my English by a professor/employer as although I lived in Canada since I was a child, I don't have formal English training or tests, like TOEFL, so I decided to wait for full references and then send it all. And as for the thesis, no I am not that focused ;) It's just that I was a bit paranoid as to what I have to include as the application form is pretty basic. Do you know of anybody who finished the program? I contacted one girl (I got her email from one of the blogs here). SHe said that the program was good, but they had a problem with students whose English was not quite as fluent as was needed, because they were falling behind. I guess that's why the academy is so keen on English this year. She also said that as the program is relatively new, they try to implement something new every year and that it's partially trial and error, but she said that overall it was great, the class was about 35 students and they were from like 30 countries. So, I am still very much interested. Where else are you applying? Tanya Fri, 19 Oct 2007 07:48:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36073 Hi Tanya, I used the old forms as the website was under reconstruction and I wanted to get this out of the way before applying to other schools. I am also applying for a scholarship from the Swiss Government in my Country and I needed to apply to UCIHL first and get an acknowledgement to present with my scholarship application. I am quite fluent in English and have a fair knowledge of French. I hope to study in Geneva because apart from the great program and good job prospects, I will also get to advance my French. I am also applying to IHE, I know it partnered up with University of Geneva to form UCIHL but its programme is better known worldwide, though it takes two years. They also have a number of interesting scholarships, frankly, without a scholarship,I would not be able to attend any of these schools. I will also apply to UNICRI and LEIDEN, in that order. All the best as you prepare your application. One thing about UCIHL is that they dont require too many things ,so that at the end you look at your application and wonder, is this all they need? But I guess they pretty much know what they are looking for. Sun, 04 Nov 2007 14:57:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36376 Hi Petra and TT!! It seems that we have same interest. Please don't hesitate in asking me whatever you need. Any information regarding UCIHL that you could share with me will be highly appreciated. Sun, 04 Nov 2007 15:20:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36378 Griselle27, I got an e-mail from UCIHL stating that my application had been received and was complete. They said I should expect a reply within 6 weeks after 30th Nov. 2007, so I am crossing my fingers. Have you sent your Application? I am now preparing my material for Leiden, UNICRI and IHE. Mon, 05 Nov 2007 09:08:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36400 Hi Petra! I thought the deadline was January 31, and that as opposed to previous year it was just one deadline this time. I am surprised that they give an answer 6 weeks from the end of november, I thought it was 6 weeks from the end of January 2008. It's a little bizzare, but thanks for letting us know. I am still waiting for some references (as I need them for scholarships, otherwise I would have applied earlier). I have to check my mailbox, maybe I get them today :) T Mon, 05 Nov 2007 12:35:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36402 Hi Petra, Hi TT!! Well I'm still collecting my supporting documents because in my University everything is slowww, but anyway I'm waiting for my letters, etc, and then make the translations. I hope to be sending my application before december. Im kind of nervous and a little streess heheheh. About the deadline, in passed years they established 2 deadlines: nov 30 and jan 31. I check the website and they put jan 31 as a deadline, but the sooner we send it, I think it would be better. Good luck all of you. Sat, 17 Nov 2007 02:06:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#36694 Hi there, Is here anybody from Switzerland? I need help. How can one be a lawyer in Switzerland? What's the procedure and everything else. Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:48:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#39285 Has anyone received any information from Ucihl?? Petra and Tanya, how are you? Wed, 30 Jan 2008 08:51:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#39352 Hey there, no, no word from the academy yet. I sent my application in November, in case they were still using the old deadline, but from their reply it looks like they use January 31 as the deadline. So, no news yet. But if you hear something, let us know. By the way, have you managed to contact any students that are studying there now or who have already graduated? Talk to you later, Tanya Thu, 31 Jan 2008 16:24:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#39450 Hello Tanya. No, I haven't contact any current students but what I found on internet is quite good. It seems that is a great program. I hope to get admitted. :). I'll let you know anything. At the moment the only thing that I an tell you for sure is that we must wait until end of march for an answer of the institute. Sat, 23 Feb 2008 00:44:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#40871 hey all, just to let you know that I am currently studying at the academy so if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask. first round of exams are just finished and semester 2 has begun! we do have some good professors, I do just have to say that the academy is just lacking in organisation! feel free to contact Sat, 23 Feb 2008 10:47:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#40900 kenco05, how disappointing about the organization issue! Please explain in detai, I am really intent on studying either there or at HEI. Do you take some classes at HEI, what is the relationship between the two institutions? Does the Academy give scholarships when one applies? How many people are admitted each year? What are the career prospects? Sorry for my many questions but I just really want to get a clear picture of this place. Tue, 26 Feb 2008 18:11:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#41130 hi petra, well the disorganisation is mostly admistratively - things always changed last minute or it appears one does not communicate with the others some times which can get frustrating. there are around 30 people on the english course and 30 on the french course.apparently only 1 in 4 that applied got a place last year. the relationship with the HEI is that we do have some of our classes in the building from the academy and we are allowed to take one of the HEI classes from a choice they give us. With regards to career prospects the academy does have contacts but it is not as helpful as they are made out to be but we do get regular offers to apply for internships at the various organisations in Geneva. The scholarships have to be applied for on a seperate application when you apply otherwise you will not be considered! anything else don't hesitate to ask. Wed, 27 Feb 2008 16:42:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#41203 Thanks for the info. I think it's safe to say that you are our only insider source. In terms of internships and job prospects, how important is French. I have absolutely no French and am really concerned. I'll try to take French courses in the summer, but I obviously won't be fluent. Is French something of a prerequisite for most internships that you came across? And overall, are you happy with your decision to go to the the Academy. I know it's a personal question, but was it worth it for you, would you recommend it? For me it's a big investment, I pretty much cannot afford it at all, and it looks amazing on paper, but how is it in reality? Thanks for helping us out with your tips. Tanya Fri, 29 Feb 2008 10:28:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#41330 hey Tanya, currently sat in a class with Guy Goodwin-Gill from Oxford, a fine example of the expert professors we have. I have not much french and it is true that it is seen as always nearly necessary for internships. For the course french is not necessary but for future careers most do require french. I enjoy the teaching and education i have recieved I am just a little disappointed with the organisation. anything else don't hesitate to ask, Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:02:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#41698 Hi everyone!! kenco05 you are so kind, thak you so much!!! I have some questions ( a lot :P) 1. They said that we'll have an answer in 6 weeks, it should be next week, do they inform by email or regular mail? 2. About the scholarship, do they tell you at the same time that they notify the admission (in case of positive answer) or few weeks later? 3. My french is poor, can students be in french language courses to improve their french, I mean, is there a language center? 4. In your case, do you see a possibility to stay in Geneva after the Master Programme? I know that is a lot of questions but right now you are the only person who coukd give us a better view. I'm really interested in this programme since is my favorite branch of International Law. Thank you for your assistance and anticipated cooperation. Kind regards, Grisselle. p.s: girls, just one week more...I hope so...CROSS YOUR FINGERS :) Wed, 05 Mar 2008 19:00:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#41734 Hello. I would like to apply for the 2007 program. I realize I am way past the Jan 31 deadline, but strangely the website said late applications will not necessarily be rejected. Any ideas if this means one day or week late, or just late? Thanks. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 19:01:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#41735 sorry, i meant the 2008-09 year. thanks. Thu, 06 Mar 2008 12:20:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#41795 hi griselle, I looked at the French courses. They have specific training courses for student in HEI, but unfortunately HEI said that Academy's students are not eligible. But there is another centre in the university that offers intensive french (5-7 hours per day in the summer). Here is the link: http://www.fle.unige.ch their email is elcfete@unige.ch however, the courses are only in the summer. during the year, a normal student at the university of geneva (and I hope we qualify, as institutions are affiliated), can take a normal french course, but it's only 2 hours per week. as for the notification of the answer, I am also completely impatient :) The email that confirmed that they got the application itself, said that we will be notified by email. So, I hope we'll know by March 14! Hope it helps, Keep in touch, Tanya Wed, 12 Mar 2008 10:43:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#42353 I just received an e-mail from the academy that due to the large number of applications, we will be notifed of our status by the end of March. Did anyone else receive this or is it just a ploy to put me on a waiting list of some sort? The wait is killing me, who are all these other applicants? I am getting very very anxious. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:05:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#42400 Hi, Petra, no we all received it - at least Griselle and I. At first I thought it was their personal reply to me, as I sent them an email asking if there are any delays and if we get an answer by email (as statedin the acknowledgement email) or by regular mail. But it was a generic email they sent out. THe weird thing is that most universities in Europe are closed for the second half of March for Easter, so I don't understand who exactly will be sendingout everything if the university is closed. Maybe they send out answers by regular mail byt eh end of this week and simply approximate that it will take two weeks to reach us. The wait is pure torture, but as kenco said, organization is not their strongest point. Let us know if you receive anything else. Tanya Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:14:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#42454 Thanks Tanya, the wait is killing me too. Lets cross our fingers and wait for good news, I was beginning to get very worried. I hope with the very many applicants, we still stand a chance. All the best and lets keep in touch. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 12:35:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#42740 Now I have just received admission to the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in the US. This really complicates things for me because Fletcher is at par with HEI, I believe. It has outstanding reputation. I am still waiting on HEI and UCIHL but this is really really hard for me! What would anyone do? Sat, 15 Mar 2008 13:56:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#42746 Hello girls, everyone!!! I'm a little confused about how are we going to know about them, by email or regular mail? Congratulations Petra, yeahhhh :D Kind regards and best luck to all of you with your aplications!!! Grisselle. Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:37:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43072 Hi Petra, sorry, I only appled to the Academy. I am not certain about reputations from other schools. The academy is relatively new and that is a significant factor. But ultimately it also depends on the financial assistance. Have you been offered any scholarships? In any event, congratulations! Thu, 20 Mar 2008 14:19:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43341 Hi Tanya, Yes I was given a scholarship of $18,000 but that only covers half the tution costs and frankly I do not know how or where to raise the rest. Fletcher Schhool of Law and Diplomacy has a very good reputation but ultimately as you say , it boils down to affordablity. I have seen someone else say they have ben admitted to the academy, so .... what does this mean, why send us mail to wait and admission offers are actually out for some people? Thu, 20 Mar 2008 15:47:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43363 I just received an offer from the academy, but without any details. I'm from Norway, and I applied in November. I am a bit torn between my options as it is very difficult to find much reliable information about the Academy. The program seems great though. Here's the e-mail i received, in case anyone is curios: Dear Sir/Madam, I am pleased to inform you that the Academy’s Admission Committee has admitted you to the 2008/2009 MAS in International Humanitarian Law. In the meantime, you must imperatively proceed before April 30, 2008 to your registration at the University of Geneva (mandatory for students of the Academy). This procedure is totally independent from your application to the Academy. To carry out this procedure please visit: http://www.unige.ch/dase/immatriculation.html You will shortly receive the letter of acceptance and the form for the payment of the first instalment of the tuition fees. Best regards, Isabelle Gagnebin Thu, 20 Mar 2008 15:55:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43366 hello everyone! I just got an email from the Academy, stating that I have been admitted, but saying that tehy have to yet look at the scholarship application and will communicate their decision as to teh scholarship by teh end of April. On one side it's great news, on the other side I can't afford to go without a scholarship. Petra and Grisselle, I hope you got positive answers too! Please let me know! Tanya Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:36:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43371 Congratulations Tanya! I just read on the web-pages of the ADH that one has to accept the offer and pay a first installment of CHF 2000 within April 30. That's quite cruel, given they do not let us know about the scholarships untill the end of April. Or might I have misunderstood things? Thu, 20 Mar 2008 23:51:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43412 Hi there! Congratulations to you as well. to be honest I am not up to speed on the whole process. I am a Canadian citizen, but live in Austria. Now, however, I am in Canada for two weeks to see my parents. So, my internet access here is limited and my documents are in Austria. So, I will wait till I get back on April 1 and then check my paper mail and try to figure everything out. I think the best bet right now if to call the Academy. They are not very keen on answering emails, but I called them once and got my inquiry answered. I know it's a bit ridiculous to pay the non-refundable deposit before we are accepted at University of Geneva and before student visas are obtained. I think there should be some room for paying a bit later. I mean, after all, it was they who were late with admission answers, so it's only fair that they give us two weeks extra time too. But I will check everything in detail once I am back in Austria. If you hear anything or if you wish to ask anything, please do not hesitate to email me at tanya_tokar82@hotmail.com COngrats again. I take it that you are accepting? I still haven't heard anything about teh reputation of the program, although individual professors are outstanding. Tanya Fri, 21 Mar 2008 10:40:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43464 Hi Tanya, I got the same e-mail as you, seems we have to enrol first in Geneva before our scholarships are to be considered! At this point I really dont know what a, gonna do, I ma in such a dilemma! Fri, 21 Mar 2008 14:50:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43494 Hi Petra1 Congratulations! Right now I am in a daze, I have to make a decision quickly, but I am not sure of what is the right step for me. For me it's not so much other offers as my personal situation. I have no French, so I will have to invest in French courses over the summer and throughout the academic year to be able to qualify for future internships. Plus I will have to live away from my husband and we got married only recently. I want to be able to have a job after the program and I am scared that I will squander the last savings I have, live away from Alex for almost two years (if you factor in the potential internship) and then with the minimal French I will obtain in this short time I might not even get an internship or a job. And I found out nothing about the reputation of the Academy, I don't know any of the graduates or where the job chances are. So, it's all very uncertain right now. On the other hand, I am really looking forward to studying with amazing students and amazing professors. But I just don't have a feel for this program - it's all partial information and all of it on paper, nothing from experience of those who went through it. I will deal with it once I get back to Austria in 10 days. Ultimately it all hinges on the scholarship. Without it it's simply not affordable. Let me now what you decide and congratulatios again. Tanya Sun, 23 Mar 2008 17:30:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#43637 Hi everyone, I am trying to translate what is on the webpage of the university of geneva and to figure out ow the application works. It's a slow and painfl process as I don't ave French. Has anyone already registered? Any tips on how to do it all? Thanks, Tanya Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:27:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46545 Did anybody hear from the Academy with regard to scholarships? The wait is killing me ;( T Wed, 30 Apr 2008 01:07:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46589 hi everyone I am new to this board. I got accepted by the Academy but received my letter of offer quite late. Anyway I have couriered all my registration documents including payment to the University of Geneva from where I am, Malaysia, and was informed by the courier company that my parcel will only arrive at the University on the 2nd of May. Does anyone know if this will disqualify me for registration? Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:31:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46607 hi, I don't think you will have a problem. The day youmailed it should be the one that counts, and if you explained whyyou are sending everything late, it should be OK. Univeristy of Geneva were actually pretty great. They acknowledged the receipt of documents immediately and sent me a letter of acceptance within the same week. I honestly don't think you have anything to worry about. Plus, if you first registered online, then they already know about you and are expecting your documents. Tanya Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:33:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46608 also, to all those who are waiting for scholarship answers, I emailed the Academy yesterday, as I could no longer take the wait. They said that they will make their decisions by the end of the week and will communicate them by the middle of next week by email, but if anyone needs a formal written confirmation (for visas, etc) , then we shoul email them and request it. So, more delays... T Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:07:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46629 thanks so much T.T, you're extremely helpful and informative!! Thu, 01 May 2008 09:58:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46676 dear Steppenwolfe79 Hi my name is fern from thailand. It was a great surprise that you come from malaysia. I would like to make friend with you because i was admitted to study at academy in this academic year my emai address is fernchula@hotmail.com Mon, 05 May 2008 15:30:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46876 Hey there Woralick, good to hear from someone from the Far East! my email is steppenwolfe79@yahoo.com so please feel free to correspond with me at any point.... am sure we will share many similar worries and anticipations:) You take care.. Also, for anyone who is reading, I know this may be abit too much to ask, but my French is pretty paltry (just had my first day beginner's class) and could not really understand this email I received from University of Geneva today.... if anyone is able to understand it, will it be okay if you let me know what it means? Just the essence of the message, not the entire email verbatim.... thanks for any response!!! 'Madame, Monsieur, Nous avons le plaisir de vous informer par ce courrier que votre demande d’immatriculation nous est bien parvenue, et nous vous en remercions. Nous allons la traiter le plus rapidement possible. Les candidats admis recevront une attestation d’immatriculation qui comportera toutes les informations utiles à la confirmation de leur immatriculation; les candidats refusé-s seront informés de notre décision par lettre signature. Compte tenu du nombre important de dossiers, nous ne sommes malheureusement pas en mesure de fournir des informations par téléphone sur l’évolution du traitement de votre dossier. En vous remerciant de l’intérêt de que portez à l'Université de Genève, nous vous prions de croire, Madame, Monsieur, à l’assurance de nos sentiments les meilleurs. Espace administratif des étudiants NB: Nous vous rappelons qu'en regard des dispositions en vigueur, les dossiers incomplets ne sont, en principe, pas traités et qu’aucune correspondance n’est échangées à ce sujet.' Mon, 05 May 2008 15:50:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46878 Dear steppenwolfe This is an acknowledge of receipt of your application file (in french we call accusé de reception) stating that the admimistative department of university of geneva got your application file already and will proceed your enrollment soon. If your enrollment is complete, university will sent you all of documents concerning to study guide in this academic year. This is a standard form that we have got after sending our application file to geneva university. I think that you will receive enrollment certificate and student guide by post within next week From woraluk Fern Lawyer from thailand Mon, 05 May 2008 18:36:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#46883 Dear Woraluk Fern, thanks so much once again:) You've been tremendously helpful! Thu, 08 May 2008 12:12:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#47059 hello, has anyone heard anything from the Academy re scholarships (one way or another)? Do we still have to pay by May 15? I sent them an email but they are not responding. Any information? Tanya Thu, 15 May 2008 13:28:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#47321 Whats the general status for most applicants for the International Humanitarian Law course? I sent all my registration docs and payment, received an email on the first week of May to say they received it but now it's silent.... what should I be expecting? Tue, 20 May 2008 19:59:00 +0200 http://www.llm-guide.com/board/18660/last#47505 Hi Petra! I was wondering if the academy gave you a scholarship and if you are going there. I did not get any financial assistance and therefore unless a miracle happens between now and June 15, I will not be able to go. But if you do go and study there, I would appreciate if we couldstay in touch, as I will try to save as much as I can and reapply next year and I would like to know from somebody there (i.e. you ;) how it really is. Thanks. Tanya tanya.tokar@gmail.com