ELBML-English Language Based Master of Law Program

17/08/2026

📘 Explore the ELBML Program | Admissions Now Open for 2026-2027

We are pleased to share the updated English Language-Based Master of Law (ELBML) Program Booklet, which provides information about our curriculum, study tracks, teaching approaches, faculty members, academic and career support, international opportunities, partnerships, and student activities.

ELBML is a two-year Master of Laws (LL.M.) program taught in English at the Royal University of Law and Economics (RULE). Focused on Cambodian corporate and commercial law and practice, the program combines advanced legal education with international and comparative perspectives, practical training, academic research, and experiential learning.

ELBML students can benefit from:
* Practice-oriented courses taught by experienced academics and legal professionals
* Coursework and coursework–thesis study tracks
* Regular research support sessions and peer-review meetings
* National and international moot and mediation competitions
* Field studies, professional training, seminars, and networking activities
* International exchange and dual-degree opportunities, including pathways with the University of Akron in the United States

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 intake.
📅 Entrance examinations: September 18, September 25, and October 5, 2026�
🎓 Scholarship application deadline: October 11, 2026�
📝 Enrollment deadline: October 14, 2026�
💰 Up to 10 merit-based scholarships offering a 30% tuition reduction
📖 View the ELBML Program Booklet here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GEqgVepW9Yu-5XquFAM0X5wJKTf9gZYx/view?usp=drive_link

✅ Register for the entrance examination here:�https://forms.gle/FaB8n3okJGcjh5kT8

Please see the recruitment poster for further information, and feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues, friends, recent graduates, and others who may be interested in advancing their legal knowledge and professional skills.

📞 +855 (0)16 643 699�
📧 [email protected]

14/08/2026

Study hard, play hard — and make memories along the way. 😄

International moot competitions are not only about research, preparation, advocacy, and long hours of training. They are also opportunities to experience new places, explore local culture and cuisine, enjoy nature, and build friendships that continue long after the competition ends.

For our students, the MediateWise experience was about more than developing mediation and negotiation skills. It was also about travelling together, supporting one another, sharing new experiences, and creating memories beyond the classroom and the moot itself.

At ELBML, we believe meaningful legal education also comes from the experiences, connections, and confidence students gain along the way. 😊

Admissions for the 2026–2027 academic year are now open. If you are interested in joining ELBML and taking part in opportunities like these, you can register here:

https://forms.gle/FaB8n3okJGcjh5kT8

14/08/2026

Beyond the Classroom: ELBML at International Moot Competitions

At ELBML, legal education goes beyond lectures and examinations. Students are encouraged to develop practical skills through national and international moot court and mediation competitions, where they can apply legal knowledge, strengthen advocacy and negotiation skills, work under pressure, and gain valuable international exposure.

One example is our students’ participation in the MediateWise International Commercial Mediation Moot in Malaysia. Through intensive training and competition rounds, students took on the roles of counsel, clients, and mediators, working through realistic commercial disputes alongside participants from different countries and academic backgrounds.

These experiences are an important part of ELBML’s practice-oriented approach. They allow students to build confidence, sharpen professional skills, expand their networks, and experience how legal problem-solving works beyond the classroom.

If you are looking for an LL.M. that combines academic study with practical training, international exposure, and opportunities to challenge yourself in real-world legal settings, ELBML may be the right place for you.

Admissions for the 2026–2027 academic year are now open.

Watch the video to see our students in action. 😊

14/08/2026

We are pleased to feature Mr. Lim Veasna, Adjunct Lecturer in Real Estate Transactions at ELBML, in our Lecturer Testimonial series.

A practicing lawyer, commercial arbitrator, mark agent, and founding and managing partner of Palisokhalay Law Office, Mr. Veasna brings substantial professional experience into the classroom. His teaching in Real Estate Transactions reflects ELBML’s practice-oriented approach, combining legal frameworks with case-based learning to help students analyze agreements, identify and manage risks, and apply legal reasoning to real-world property transactions.

In his reflection, Mr. Veasna highlights the value of specialized, practical legal education in preparing students to advise clients with confidence and respond effectively to Cambodia’s dynamic real estate sector. At ELBML, students learn from experienced practitioners who connect legal knowledge with the realities of professional practice.

If you are looking for an LL.M. that combines academic rigor, practical legal training, and exposure to contemporary legal developments, we invite you to explore ELBML and join our new intake (2026–2027 academic year)! We provide:
- Up to 10 scholarships per year, providing a 30% tuition reduction
- National and international moot competitions
- Practical training and professional development opportunities
- Student exchange opportunities
- Dual-degree pathways with the University of Akron in the United States

Entrance examinations will begin on 18 September 2026. Applicants are encouraged to register early and select their preferred examination round.
- Scholarship application deadline: 11 October 2026
- Enrollment deadline: 14 October 2026

To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/FaB8n3okJGcjh5kT8.

13/08/2026

Discover the ELBML Curriculum | Admissions 2026-2027

The English Language-Based Master of Law (ELBML) Program at the Royal University of Law and Economics offers a two-year, English-taught LL.M. designed to combine strong legal foundations with practical skills and contemporary areas of legal practice.

Students complete a common Year I curriculum before progressing to either the Coursework Track or the Coursework–Thesis Track in Year II. In addition to core courses, ELBML offers a broad range of electives and seminars covering both established and emerging areas of law, including Business and Human Rights, Environmental Law and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and the Law, Cybersecurity Law, Digital Assets, ESG Compliance, Securities Law, Intellectual Property, and more. Overall, our curriculum is designed to respond to the evolving needs of Cambodia’s legal profession while incorporating international, comparative, and interdisciplinary perspectives.

If you are looking for an LL.M. that combines academic rigor, practical legal training, and exposure to contemporary legal developments, we invite you to explore ELBML and join our new intake (2026–2027 academic year)!
- Up to 10 scholarships per year, providing a 30% tuition reduction
- National and international moot competitions
- Practical training and professional development opportunities
- Student exchange opportunities
- Dual-degree pathways with the University of Akron, USA

Entrance examinations will begin on 18 September 2026. Applicants are encouraged to register early and select their preferred examination round.
- Scholarship application deadline: 11 October 2026
- Enrollment deadline: 14 October 2026

To register, scan the QR code in the poster or visit this link: https://forms.gle/FaB8n3okJGcjh5kT8.

06/08/2026

A proud moment for ELBML.

We warmly congratulate our outstanding graduate, who was recognised for her excellent academic performance and had the honour of receiving her degree certificate from the Prime Minister during the graduation ceremony.

Her achievement reflects her dedication, discipline, and commitment throughout the programme. We are proud to celebrate this important milestone and wish her continued success in her professional journey. 💐🎉

06/08/2026

Congratulations to our ELBML graduates, including those who were absent, on this important milestone!! 💐🎉

Your graduation reflects dedication, perseverance, and commitment to advancing your legal knowledge and professional skills. We are proud to have been part of your academic journey and to see you move forward as members of Cambodia’s legal and professional community.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to the lecturers, supervisors, families, and colleagues who supported our graduates throughout their studies. 🙏🏼

May this achievement mark the beginning of many meaningful opportunities, continued learning, and positive contributions to the legal profession and society.

Congratulations once again to the ELBML graduating class! 💐🎉

06/08/2026

04/08/2026

We are pleased to feature Mr. Sok Phanna, Lecturer in Environmental Law and Compliance at ELBML, in our Lecturer Testimonial series.

In his reflection, Mr. Phanna highlights ELBML’s strong vision, its commitment to maintaining international standards, and its close connection to Cambodia’s legal profession. He also emphasizes the program's rigorous admissions process, practice-oriented curriculum, and dynamic classroom environment, where qualified and motivated students engage critically with complex legal issues.

Drawing on his extensive experience in environmental law, regulatory compliance, investment, infrastructure, and corporate practice, Mr. Phanna also reflects on the growing importance of Environmental Law and Compliance for modern legal practitioners navigating national and international regulatory frameworks and sustainable business practices.

His testimonial captures what ELBML seeks to offer: high-quality, specialized legal education that is internationally informed, professionally relevant, and grounded in the realities of legal practice in Cambodia.