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Master

Nederlands Recht: Algemeen Programma

Don't want to commit to one specific area of law? Then opt for the Algemeen Programma! Explore different areas of law, from contract law to corporate law, and develop both your legal knowledge and skills.

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Studenten en staf in gesprek en ontspannen sfeer in de common room van de rechtenfaculteit, met hoge ramen, warme verlichting en een karakteristiek houten plafond.

Is this you?

  • Want to learn about law in a globalising and European setting?
  • Do you enjoy practising skills such as debating, presenting and writing?
  • Want to complete your master yourself and choose from some 60 elective blocks?

Your future

  • Become a lawyer at an international organisation, government or university
  • Go for a less legal profession such as board member, journalist or a member of parliament
  • Choose a toga profession such as lawyer, prosecutor or judge

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

I chose this master's because it gives me a broad understanding of corporate law while at the same time making a connection with labour law. An optimal preparation for legal practice!

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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 (PBL)

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.