Kaustubh Dighe - LLM from Leiden University - LLB from RGNUL - Study in Netherlands - Study Abroad

Welcome to Brief Encounters: Law School & Beyond, a podcast by Project LLM. The series explores journeys of Indian professionals who have pursued legal education abroad. The goal is to bring out stories, experiences, and practical advice to inspire and guide others considering an overseas legal education. Today our guest is Mr. Kaustubh Dighe. Mr. Dighe specializes in International Human Rights Law, International Humanitarian Law, Public International Law, and Public Policy. He recently completed his Advanced LL.M. in European and International Human Rights Law from Leiden University ( ‪@UniversiteitLeiden‬ ). Mr. Dighe also holds a BA LLB (Hons.) degree from Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Patiala. With extensive experience working in the humanitarian and development sectors, including his roles at Professors Without Borders and Intersex Asia, Mr. Dighe brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. 00:00 Project LLM and Kaustubh Dighe Introduction 01:05 Interest in legal field 02:06 Importance of academic performance when applying for a master's program 03:25 Choosing the right internships 04:51 Inclination towards international law and human rights law 06:10 Dealing with cultural shift between Mumbai and Punjab 08:05 Realization that pursuing a master's degree was the right next step 09:34 Difference between going for a legal master’s right after college versus gaining some work experience first 11:10 Summer school in international criminal law at Leiden 13:00 Choosing international human rights law as specialization over a general LLM 14:55 Resources or tools that helped during master's application process 17:11 Experience of studying international human rights law at Leiden University in Netherlands 19:01 LLM Thesis topic and institutional support 21:43 Memorable interactions with prominent human experts 22:59 Leiden’s proximity to The Hague 24:27 Involvement with Professors Without Borders 25:49 Long term career goals and international background 26:53 Corporate job versus career in human rights 29:09 Managing finances while studying abroad 32:45 Skills required to excel in international human rights law 34:39 Things that could have been done differently | Advice for LLM candidates ----- Overseas Education Counselling | Study Abroad Consultant | Law School Admissions #StudyAbroad #LLM #LLB #CollegeAdmissions #Education #LawSchool #LawStudent #LegalEducation #LLBAbroad #LLMAbroad #LoR #SoP #Podcast #ProjectLLM #StudyLawAbroad #RGNUL #LeidenUniversity Website - www.projectllm.com LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/projectllm Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7lVBrFq...