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Students relaxing and chatting in the Faculty of Law's Common Room, featuring the iconic wooden ceiling and chandeliers.
Language
  • English
Format
  • Full time
Start date
  • September
Location
  • Maastricht
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Master

European Law School: General Programme

Mix courses like European Competition Law and Internal Market Law and Governance alongside with an advanced European law course, tailoring your studies to your interests.

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Is this you?

  • Would you like to give legal advice to clients on European matters?
  • Do you want to combine knowledge of European law and national law?
  • Do you want to understand how European law interacts with national law?

Your future

  • Legal or policy advisor in national governmental institutions
  • Legal or policy advisor at the European institutions
  • Legal advisor in a multinational company dealing with European matters

Good to know

  • You'll obtain a Master of Laws (LLM) degree.
  • This is a one-year, full-time programme.
  • To start in September, apply until 1 May (non-EU/EEA) or 1 June (EU/EEA).

Upcoming events

2 Nov
5 Nov
Online Master's Week
20 Mar
Master’s Open Day
LAW Ambassador Hella

I chose the European Law School because I wanted a programme that goes beyond theory. It gives me the chance to explore European Business Law in depth while debating real cases with people from all over the world. It feels like the perfect preparation for an international career.

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Practical matters

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Faculty of Law ranked in the THE World University Rankings 2026, and EQUIS and NVAO accreditated

Accreditations and recognitions

All programmes are accredited by the NVAO and hold the Certificate for Quality in Internationalisation (CeQuInt). In addition, the faculty is ranked among the top 25 law schools worldwide in the THE World University Rankings 2026.
Drie studenten in gesprek tijdens een werkgroep, met laptops open op tafel.

Problem-Based Learning

You will learn in small groups of up to 15 students, not in crowded lecture halls. Our Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach builds the critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that boost your employability and prepare you for real-world success.
Drie studenten lopen door een zonovergoten straat in het centrum van Maastricht.

Studying in the heart of Maastricht

Maastricht is a lively, international city where a unique mix of history, European influence and student life comes together in a compact, walkable city centre. With Belgium and Germany just around the corner, Maastricht is an ideal place to experience law in a truly international context—both inside and outside the classroom.