Institute of Law and International Relations

Professional education at the Institute is delivered by highly qualified academic staff with extensive theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. The educational process is organized in accordance with the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS), the state educational standards established by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Armenia, and the academic programs approved by the Institute’s Academic Council.

The Faculty of Law was established in 1991 and was renamed the Faculty of Law and International Relations in 2014.

As part of its student-centered educational approach, the Institute places particular emphasis on effective teaching and learning methodologies, the achievement of intended learning outcomes, and the preparation of specialists equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to meet the demands of national and international labor markets.

The Institute operates a Legal Clinic established by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), where students acquire fundamental legal knowledge, develop practical skills, and gain experience in applying legal principles in real-world situations, preparing them for professional practice.

The Institute maintains active cooperation with institutes of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia, Armenian law enforcement agencies, the American Bar Association, the Chamber of Advocates of the Republic of Armenia, private law firms, the Embassy and Cultural Center of the Islamic Republic of Iran, non-governmental organizations, and other specialized institutions.
Students also undertake practical training in government institutions, gaining valuable professional experience.

Graduates of the Institute have successfully pursued professional careers in Armenia, Europe, and the United States.