KU Leuven - Faculty of Law

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Faculty of Law
Tiensestraat 41
3000 Leuven
Belgium

www.law.kuleuven.be

Master of Laws (LL.M.) in European and International Law facts

Tuition 7,519
Duration 12 months
Intakes September
Minimum TOEFL 100
Minimum IELTS 7.0
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The Program

The LL.M. is a post-graduate programme that offers students who already graduated in law in countries with different legal cultures, a deeper insight on European and international law. Students enrolled in the LL.M. programme choose to specialize in either 'International and European Business Law' or in 'International and European Public Law'. Each of these specialisations includes compulsory courses and a broad range of elective courses students can choose from. Courses from one specialisation may also be chosen as an elective in the other.

The LL.M. programme is taught by world-renowned academics, as well as the President of the Court of Justice of the EU, judges of the General Court of the EU and the European Court of Human Rights, practitioners at ‘Magic Circle’ law firms, international arbitrators, and officials of the European Commission.

Each of the specialisations includes eight LL.M. Law Clinics or 'Master Classes' led by distinguished legal and business practitioners. The clinics illustrate ‘law in action’ and allow you to engage with prominent legal experts. The first semester includes a Global Law Week. During this week, regular classes are suspended and the faculty invites prominent foreign Law and Criminology professors to teach all master's students and exchange views on different legal systems.

The LL.M. study programme also includes two 3-day study trips. Students will have the opportunity to attend several important European institutions, such as the Court of Justice of the European Union, European Investment Bank, European Court of Auditors. These study trips, including food and hotels, are included in the tuition fee.

Finally, all admitted LL.M. students can participate, free of charge, in the KU Leuven LL.M. Summer School, which takes place over a week immediately preceding the start of the academic year. During the Summer School, you will be immersed in European and International Law with a dynamic group of students from all over the world. You will be able to already meet your fellow students, get to know Leuven and the university. The programme includes short, intensive courses on themes that are in line with the expertise of the university and the guest speakers. These courses will include both an overview of the core concepts of EU & International Law, and a deep-dive in the contemporary issues in these fields today.

The University

You have certainly heard about KU Leuven. What you may not yet know is that it is situated in Belgium, in the heart of Western Europe, and has been a centre of learning for nearly six centuries. Today, it is Belgium's largest university and, founded in 1425, one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Europe. As a leading European research university and co-founder of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), KU Leuven offers a wide variety of international master programmes, all supported by high-quality, innovative, interdisciplinary research.

Since its founding, KU Leuven has been based in the city that shares its name. Leuven is a pleasant, safe and bustling student town, where centuries-rich history meets cutting-edge science. The university also offers degree programmes at campuses in 11 Belgian cities, including Brussels, Ghent and Antwerp. It also yearly welcomes students from 150 different countries.

KU Leuven encourages personal initiative and critical reflection in a culture of idea exchange, cooperation, solidarity and academic freedom. It pursues a proactive diversity policy for its students and staff.

The Law School

The Faculty of Law has more than 5000 students and a broad-based curriculum, the Faculty of Law is the oldest of the Benelux and the largest in Belgium, having a long tradition of public service. Many of its alumni hold prominent positions in the Belgian central and regional public administration and in the European and international community in Brussels and elsewhere.

Along with the rest of the university, the Faculty of Law emphasizes an international and comparative approach to education in law and criminology. The Faculty has agreements (to host and send students) with other universities in Europe, the United States, Australia, South Africa and Japan.

Alumni

You can read more about our students' testimonials on our website.

Entry Requirements

Possession of a law degree which entitles the holder to practise law (or sit the bar exam) in his/her country of origin
English proficiency. A thorough knowledge of the English language is essential to successfully participate in the programme. We can only consider applicants who hold either a TOEFL (score 100 and above), IELTS (7 and above) or Cambridge-Proficiency level certificate
Sound academic results. Your transcripts will be carefully studied by the Admissions Committee.
A motivation letter of maximum two pages describing your objectives in the field of legal studies and research and how they align with our LL.M. programme.
Three recommendation letters from persons qualified to recommend you for post-graduate study in law, of which a mimimum of one from a former law professor
Your CV detailing your studies and relevant work experience

Find more information on eligibility and entry requirements on our website.

Application Procedure

Application deadline: 1 June for EEA and non-EEA citizens.

Note that the LL.M. is a competitive programme with limited spaces. Meeting all above-mentioned entry requirements does not imply automatic admission. We carefully review each application and aim to provide a response within 6 - 8 weeks.

We strongly advise applicants to apply as soon as possible, in case of high demand we may need to close before the 1 June deadline. Applying early also ensures that you have enough time to arrange your visa application and find housing in Leuven.

Find all information regarding the application process here. Find answers to your questions here.

Tuition and Fees

The tuition fee for 2024 - 2025 is € 7518,60 for all students (60 ECTS). Please note that tuition fees may be subject to change. Check the most up to date tuition fees here.

Aside from regular classes, thesis supervision and student services, the LL.M. tuition fee also includes participation in the 4-day LL.M. Summer School as well as a welcome event at the start of the academic year, two 3-day study trips and a Christmas dinner.

Financial Aid

Are you looking for means to finance your studies? Look at the scholarships and funding opportunities.

Excellent students in financial need may be eligible for a one-time partial tuition fee waiver. The form has to be accompanied by documents officially translated into English proving the applicant's financial situation.

Location

The Faculty of Law is situated at the heart of the historic city of Leuven. Leuven is a beautiful, safe and medieval student city. It is situated a mere 20 minutes’ train ride from Brussels, the heart of Europe and the seat of many European and international institutions which we will visit.

Accommodation

Leuven offers a high variety of student housing, from rooms to studio's, apartments and houses. Rental prices range from 400 - 1200 EUR per month (excluding costs), depending on the type of housing you choose. The demand for good and affordable student housing in Leuven is very high, we advise you to arrange housing as soon as possible after admission.

Find more information here on costs, how to find housing, different types of housing and what to look out for when signing a contract.

Student Life

On this website you will find everything you need to know when it comes to life as a KU Leuven Student, from the education system and student services to well-being and immigration.

Programs at KU Leuven

Full-Time

Master of Laws (LL.M.) in European and International Law

Language

English

Intakes

September

Duration

12 months

Tuition

7,519

Concentrations

International and European Business Law
International and European Public Law

Features

Cambridge English minimum: CAE (C1 Advanced)

https://www.law.kuleuven.be/llm

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