Justice Without Borders: International Policing, Justice & Human Rights
Spend an exciting week in The Hague and Amsterdam exploring international justice, human rights, Dutch law enforcement and public policy. Visit world-renowned institutions like the International Criminal Court and International Court of Justice, tour historic sites including the Anne Frank House and a Nazi prison, and experience Dutch culture through guided city tours and immersive learning experiences with Dutch legal and law enforcement professionals.
Course and Trip Dates
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Term Dates:
May 17 – June 29, 2027 (Summer I) -
Trip Dates:
May 16 – 24, 2027
Information Session Dates
- September 29, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., MAN 108
- October 20, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Study Abroad Fair, Student Life Center Lobby
- November 17, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., MAN 108
- December 8, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., MAN 108
Tour Highlights
- Walking Tour of The Hague
- International Criminal Court (ICC)
- Oranje Hotel Museum (guided)
- International Court of Justice (ICJ)
- The Peace Palace Visitor Centre
- International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
- Gevangenpoort Prison Museum
- EuroJust
- Historical & Cultural Walking Tour of Amsterdam
- Presentation + Q&A with Dutch lawyer (topic: Dutch court system) & visit with local police unit
- Dutch Resistance Museum
- Anne Frank House
What’s Included
- Flight to and from The Netherlands
- 7 Nights of Accommodation, with free Wi-Fi
- Ground transportation as on itinerary
- Meals: Breakfast each day, with welcome and farewell dinners
- Historical & cultural walking tours
- Full time, on-site program director
- 24/7 on-ground emergency support
- Health insurance
- Tips & gratuities
What’s Not Included
- Brookdale Tuition and Fees
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Spending money
- Passport fees
Course(s) Offered
- CRJU 125 — Police Role in the Community (3 credits)
- CRJU 295 — Comparative Due Process (1 credit)
- CRJU 295 — Comparative Due Process (3 credits)
Faculty Leaders
- Jacquelynn Seely, jseely@brookdalecc.edu
- Michael Zimmerman, mzimmerman@brookdalecc.edu
Apply
Early Bird Deadline: October 31, 2026; Final Deadline: December 23, 2026
Trip Cost
- Apply by October 31: $4,855
- Apply after October 31: $5,005
You will need to apply using your Brookdale login. If you are not a current student or alumni, you must first apply to Brookdale as a non-degree visiting student ($30.00 app. fee). Your Brookdale ID is generated upon acceptance. Follow instructions to set up your Brookdale network credentials; then, you can submit your study abroad application.
To secure your spot, pay the $500 Non-Refundable Deposit:
- Check payable to Brookdale Community College (bring to MAC 114 — Lincroft Campus)
- Call the International Education Center at 732-224-2799 to pay by credit card
For more information email studyabroad@brookdalecc.edu or call 732-224-2799
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