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  • Full time
Start date
  • September
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  • Maastricht
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Master

International and European Tax Law: Customs and International Supply Chain Taxation

Do you have an international mindset, and are you interested in global trade and taxation? If so, this programme is perfect for you. It is designed from the perspective of the global supply chain, and the businesses and authorities that operate within it.

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Is this you?

  • Are you fascinated by the impact of (geo)politics on global trade?
  • Eager to learn how goods are taxed across international supply chains?
  • Are you interested in VAT, customs and carbon taxes?

Your future

  • Become a tax expert in the dynamic arena of global trade
  • Work as a supply chain advisor or lawyer in international settings
  • Have a future-oriented career

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

The International and European Tax Law master prepares me for a career in a truly international and European field. Through PBL and international classes, it gives me the skills to tackle cross-border tax challenges and focus on direct, indirect taxes or even tax technologies, while opening exciting future career opportunities.

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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.
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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.
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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.