NCCU College of Law Hosts Georgetown University Health Law LL.M. Information Session: Advancing International Exchange in Health Law
On March 5 at noon, NCCU College of Law hosted an information session on the Health Law LL.M. program at Georgetown University. The session was moderated by Professor Ting-Chi Liu and featured Professor Sarah Bosa from Georgetown University as the keynote speaker. Professor Han-Hsi Liu from NCCU’s International College of Innovation also attended and shared his study abroad experience.
Georgetown Law, located in Washington, D.C., is ranked 14th among law schools in the US, and its Health Law LL.M. program is among the top in the field. Professor Bosha stated that the O’Neill Institute, which maintains a close partnership with the Health Law LL.M. program, serves as a vital academic hub for students. Not only does it host a gathering of distinguished experts and provide a rich scholarly environment, but it is also the exclusive institution collaborating with the World Health Organization (WHO). This unique partnership allows students to apply their academic knowledge to high-level international practice.
Georgetown’s Health Law LL.M. offers two program tracks: National and Global Health Law, and Global Health Law and Governance. The former focuses more on legal expertise, with both fall and spring semesters based in Washington, D.C. In addition to academic training, the city’s extensive health law community provides numerous practical opportunities. Professor Bosa therefore strongly encouraged students to actively pursue external internships during their studies, which can both earn academic credit and strengthen their resume. The latter track emphasizes the intersection of health law with diplomacy, international relations, and international organizations. This program is jointly offered with the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, where students spend the spring semester. Additionally, the program director assists students each year in applying for passes to attend the World Health Assembly—a rare and valuable opportunity that Professor Bosa especially emphasized. Both tracks have relatively flexible required credits, allowing students greater freedom to explore and specialize in their areas of interest.
Professor Bosha emphasized that in addition to the abundance of academic resources, building a professional network is a central focus of the Health Law LL.M. program. In particular, Georgetown’s health law faculty gathers a vast array of experts whom students can consult at any time. These professors can also serve as bridges, connecting students to various internships and career opportunities. Furthermore, the Health Law LL.M. has produced many outstanding alumni who hold leadership roles nationwide. They are highly supportive of Georgetown graduates, offering invaluable mentorship opportunities that students should definitely seize.
Professor Han-Hsi Liu also shared his study abroad experience, noting that the core of the Health Law LL.M. lies in using law as a tool to connect and collaborate with both government and private sectors in the field of health. For students interested in this area but seeking initial exposure, he recommended starting with courses on global health governance offered at NCCU.
At the end of the session, students asked how to strengthen their resume. Professor Bosa suggested that taking relevant coursework demonstrates strong motivation, as course selection is voluntary and reflects genuine interest. In addition, letters of recommendation from professors are highly valuable, as they indicate that the student possesses qualities worthy of endorsement.
On March 5 at noon, NCCU College of Law hosted an information session on the Health Law LL.M. program at Georgetown University. The session was moderated by Professor Ting-Chi Liu and featured Professor Sarah Bosa from Georgetown University as the keynote speaker. Professor Han-Hsi Liu from NCCU’s International College of Innovation also attended and shared his study abroad experience.
Georgetown Law, located in Washington, D.C., is ranked 14th among law schools in the US, and its Health Law LL.M. program is among the top in the field. Professor Bosha stated that the O’Neill Institute, which maintains a close partnership with the Health Law LL.M. program, serves as a vital academic hub for students. Not only does it host a gathering of distinguished experts and provide a rich scholarly environment, but it is also the exclusive institution collaborating with the World Health Organization (WHO). This unique partnership allows students to apply their academic knowledge to high-level international practice.
Georgetown’s Health Law LL.M. offers two program tracks: National and Global Health Law, and Global Health Law and Governance. The former focuses more on legal expertise, with both fall and spring semesters based in Washington, D.C. In addition to academic training, the city’s extensive health law community provides numerous practical opportunities. Professor Bosa therefore strongly encouraged students to actively pursue external internships during their studies, which can both earn academic credit and strengthen their resume. The latter track emphasizes the intersection of health law with diplomacy, international relations, and international organizations. This program is jointly offered with the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, where students spend the spring semester. Additionally, the program director assists students each year in applying for passes to attend the World Health Assembly—a rare and valuable opportunity that Professor Bosa especially emphasized. Both tracks have relatively flexible required credits, allowing students greater freedom to explore and specialize in their areas of interest.
Professor Bosha emphasized that in addition to the abundance of academic resources, building a professional network is a central focus of the Health Law LL.M. program. In particular, Georgetown’s health law faculty gathers a vast array of experts whom students can consult at any time. These professors can also serve as bridges, connecting students to various internships and career opportunities. Furthermore, the Health Law LL.M. has produced many outstanding alumni who hold leadership roles nationwide. They are highly supportive of Georgetown graduates, offering invaluable mentorship opportunities that students should definitely seize.
Professor Han-Hsi Liu also shared his study abroad experience, noting that the core of the Health Law LL.M. lies in using law as a tool to connect and collaborate with both government and private sectors in the field of health. For students interested in this area but seeking initial exposure, he recommended starting with courses on global health governance offered at NCCU.
At the end of the session, students asked how to strengthen their resume. Professor Bosa suggested that taking relevant coursework demonstrates strong motivation, as course selection is voluntary and reflects genuine interest. In addition, letters of recommendation from professors are highly valuable, as they indicate that the student possesses qualities worthy of endorsement.
