Dr. Fenella Billing

Associate Professor

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Biography

Fenella Billing is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University specializing in International Law and Human Rights. She teaches courses on Comparative Law, EU Law, and International Human Rights Law. Fenella's academic journey began in Australia, where she initially qualified in criminal law. She completed her PhD focusing on the right to silence in transnational criminal proceedings, which led her to extensive research on transnational law enforcement and human rights. Her work addresses critical issues such as hybrid threats and the principle of mutual trust in EU law. Billing has also researched the intersection of human rights law with maritime security, including topics like migrant smuggling and maritime migration. Her research interests encompass state responsibility, states' due diligence obligations under international law, and collective responsibility in human rights law.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Aalborg University • Aalborg, Denmark

Teaches International Law, Human Rights, Comparative Law, and EU Law.

Adjunct Senior Researcher

2025-01-31 — Present

University of Tasmania • Tasmania, Australia

Conducts research in law and human rights.

Requirements for Aalborg University

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree English proficiency level B
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma and transcripts
  • Official English translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally to Master's programs across departments including Sociology, Business, and Engineering at Aalborg University.