Dr. Jessica Dorsey

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jessica Dorsey is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University, specializing in International Law and serving as Co-Director of the Realities Algorithmic Warfare Research Platform. She is an Expert Member of the Global Commission on the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain. Jessica teaches international law courses at University College Utrecht, particularly within the Conflict Security track of the Public International Law master's program. Her current research focuses on the legitimacy of military targeting operations in light of the increasing autonomy in warfare, with a specific emphasis on the protection of civilians in armed conflict. With over 15 years of experience, Jessica is a renowned legal scholar and practitioner on issues related to the use of force, particularly in the context of drone warfare. Additionally, she serves as an executive board member of Airwars and is the Managing Editor of an international law blog, Opinio Juris.

Research Interests

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology