LL.M. in International Business Law facts
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The Program
Lyon Catholic University offers two distinct LL.M. programs in the field of international business and trade law, and three dual LL.M. programs with St John's University School of Law (New-York), UIC John Marshall Law School (Chicago) and Maynooth University (Ireland) :
- LL.M. IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LAW (MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY - IRELAND) - Master 1
This English taught program is open to law graduates wishing to develop a career in international business law. This program is intensive and fast paced bringing the students on a high growth learning experience throughout the 10 months of its duration.
Students have the choice between two alternative tracks :
• Lyon Track : Two semesters in Lyon (from September to May). Successful students will be awarded a French Master 1 degree as well as a University's LL.M. International Business Law degree. Students will have the possibility to spend the second semester in Widener University Law School (USA).
• Maynooth Track : One semester in Lyon (from September to December) and one semester in Ireland at our partner University, Maynooth University Law School (from January to May). This third track is jointly provided by UCLy and Maynooth University. At the end of the two semesters, successful students will be awarded a French Master 1 degree and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) by Maynooth University.
- LL.M. IN EUROPEAN AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND INVESTMENT LAW (DUAL DEGREE WITH ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW - NEW YORK CITY) - Master 2
This English taught program is open to law graduates wishing to develop a career in international trade and investment law. This program is intensive and fast paced bringing the students on a high growth learning experience throughout the 10 months of its duration.
The LL.M. in European and International Trade and Investment Law offers 2 alternative tracks either Lyon Track or St John’s Track.
• Lyon Track: Two semesters in Lyon (from September to May). Successful students will be awarded a French Master 2 of European and International Trade and Investment Law (French Official Master 2 degree) and an LL.M. degree from Lyon Catholic University.
• St John's Track: One semester in Lyon (from September to December) and one semester in New-York, at our partner University, St John’s University (from January to May). At the end of both semesters, successful students will be awarded a Master of European and International Trade and Investment law (French official Master 2 degree) and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) by St John’s University (New-York).
• St John's Track – New York Bar Pathway: Students choosing the St John’s Track have the opportunity to prepare for the New York Bar. Students may decide to stay for another semester after having successfully completed the St John’s Track (Dual LL.M. European and International Trade and Investment Law and the LL.M. of St John’s University). Dual LL.M. students would have to enroll in at least 12 credits during the fall semester. With respect to the tuition fees, St John’s University would charge a preferential rate for the second semester of coursework at St. John’s University.
Why should I enroll?
The program is designed for students aiming at international business law, international trade, customs, and investment positions in companies, law-firms and international organizations. Students aiming at qualifying as lawyers and working as in-house lawyers would benefit from this knowledge. These LL.M.s are designed to meet the need of companies which do business/trade at international level and invest abroad.
Recent graduates have joined law firms (either for internships or job opportunities) or international organizations.
These LL.M.s will give you an added value for your curriculum vitae. You will have contacts with practitioners and experts from international organizations and prestigious law firms in several jurisdictions. You will also develop a valuable network with other students coming from various parts of the world.
Study visits are an integral part of the program.
- FRENCH LANGUAGE COURSES CAN BE TAKEN FOR FREE AT THE UNIVERSITY
Regardless of your level of French, the Law School offers free French language courses for all the students.
- MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR LL.M.s AND GRADUATES :
The University
Overview of Saint-Paul campus - Lyon
Lyon Catholic University (UCLy) was founded in 1875 and combines respect for Christian heritage with a spirit of openness. It welcomes a diverse range of students from every nationality with a variety of philosophical and religious beliefs, and respects freedom of conscience and secularism.
The Law School
Saint-Paul campus Hall
The Law School is highly internationalized in teaching and in research, demonstrated notably by its numerous agreements with partners around the world, classes taught in English, international programs for law students and professionals and guest lecturers from abroad.
The Faculty
Night at Saint-Paul Campus
Our Faculty work with leading Companies and International Organizations (EU, WTO, OECD, ICC) and thus bring real-world knowledge into Lyon Catholic University's classrooms. This combination of academic skills and real world experiences will help you shed a light on the key questions of international business law. Moreover, you will have a unique opportunity to engage with a dedicated Faculty in smaller classes.
Our teaching staff are specialists in their fields of study and come from a wide range of organisations or firms: the legal division of WTO, the European Patent Office, the Trade Policy Review division of the World Trade Organization and also teachers from prestigious universities : HEC Paris, Georgetown University, the City University in London...
Alumni
Andrea Carolina from Columbia (St John's Track promotion 2019-2020) says that the Master 2/ LL.M. in European and International Trade & Investment Law - St John's Track "was an unparalleled experience to gain a keen understanding of international trade and investment law and prepare me to work in demanding, fast-paced professional environments. Through the program, we not only had the opportunity to discuss the latest theoretical developments and debates in the field, but also to obtain practical insights from leading experts in trade".
Yannick, Master 2 / LL.M. in European and International Trade & Investment Law – St John’s Track
This program provided me with an outstanding possibility to broaden my experiences as a jurist. At first, the substantive law does give deeper knowledge to an interesting field of law: In my view, international law is very important and will be assumed by many law firms. And secondly, the programme helped me to accelerate many soft skills necessary for a transnational practitioner, like negotiating or working in a team. And finally, it is hardly surprising that the programme helped me to improve my legal English
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree in law (a French Licence, an LL.B. or equivalent) or in a related discipline (eg : political science) for the L.L.M. I International Business Law and an undergraduate degree in law (a French Licence, a LL.B. or equivalent) and a Postgraduate degree and in any event at least 4 years of undergraduate studies for the L.L.M.in European and International Trade & Investment Law. The Admission Committee will consider applicants with other diplomas. The Admission Committee will take into account relevant professional experience.
The programme requires that applicants possess a good level of English language. Therefore we only accept applicants with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, a minimum TOEFL IBT score of 90 or CAE score of 58. Nevertheless, we might consider experience establishing the command of English language.
Students applying for the London track should meet the City Law School language requirements : IELTS score of 7 (with at least 6 in every item);
But more than that, we admit talented and intellectually curious students.
There are no particular requirements regarding French language.
Application Procedure
Online application procedure at llm.ucly.fr
The application deadline for the 2024-2025 academic year is set on 30th June 2024. Final application deadline extended to 4th Sept (for the Lyon and Maynooth Tracks) due to the global sanitary situation.
Tuition and Fees
- For the Lyon Track - full year in Lyon (both programs) :
Home/European Economic Area Students : 9500 EUR
Non-European Economic Area Students : 11000 EUR
- For the Maynooth Track - double degree programme between Lyon and the National Ireland University, Maynooth : semester 1 in Lyon, semester 2 in Maynooth :
Home/European Economic Area Students : 9500 EUR
Non-European Economic Area Students : 14500 EUR
- For the New York Track double degree programme between Lyon and St John's University : semester 1 in Lyon, semester 2 in New York :
For all Students : 20500 EUR
Location
View of Lyon
The Lyon Catholic University is located in the heart of the city of Lyon in a vibrant urban setting with a rich cultural and historical heritage. The city of Lyon was founded by the Romans in the 1st century B.C. and has played a major role in Europe's political, cultural and economic development ever since. Lyon was capital of the Gauls under the Roman Empire, a great cultural and trading centre during the Renaissance and a powerful industrial city in the 19th century. It is now a major European metropolis, shaped by many influences through ages. Lyon's rich cultural heritage reflects the various eras of the city's development, from ancient times and the Renaissance up to today.
The Lyon Catholic University is surrounded by a rich world of culture and innovation. Within a few kilometers from our city centre campus you can find the Gallo-roman museum, the museum of Fine arts, the Opera of Lyon, or the Lumière museum where cinema was invented back in 1895. It is a 10-minute walk from campus to the middle aged quarter, which is ranked by UNESCO on the World Heritage List, home to numerous restaurants, pubs, bars among others as well as numerous special events, such as the Nuits de Fourvière, the Nuits Sonores festival -one of the premium electro music festival in Europe- live music and free outdoor movies. For nature lovers, the Golden Head park and its botanical gardens or the Parilly hippodrome are nearby along with numerous jogging and biking trails along the Saone and Rhone river. Sport aficionados, who want to discover soccer will appreciate to go to Gerland stadium to watch the Olympique Lyonnais play.
Within a few kilometers, you also have access to the famous Beaujolais area with its vineyards and castles. Two hours away on the East are the Alps, with stunning landscapes and some of the finest ski resorts in Europe. From Lyon, you are at the heart of France and Europe.
So whether you chose to visit the Saint Jean cathedral, see the elephants at the zoo, or just enjoy being in one of the most pleasant cities in Europe, there is much to see and do in Lyon.
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Accommodation
Our accommodation department will help you in finding a suitable accommodation for your stay in Lyon, Depending on the kind of accommodation you are looking for (there are university accommodation outside campus) and your budget (ideal rent etc…), our accommodation department will help you with your research and the renting process. See our Accommodation webpage
Members of our accommodation department can help you throughout the process in several languages. They speak French, English, Spanish or Italian. You can contact them by email (sl@univ-catholyon.fr).
Student Life
Students
The Lyon Catholic University extends a personal welcome to international students who come to Lyon.
You will be offered help and support throughout your visit to make sure your stay is successful. Courses offered by the French Language and Culture Institute will allow you to improve your knowledge of the French language and culture.
Sports
Aerobics, athletics, rowing, climbing, riding and football... Around twenty sporting activities are available all year round, regardless of your level and whether it's just for fun or competitive (at regional and inter-regional university championships, national or even international competitions).
Programs at UCLy
Full-Time
- The LL.M. in International Business Law is offered in partnership with the State University Lumière Lyon, the City Law School, University of London (UK), and Maynooth University (Ireland).
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost for domestic / EU students for the Lyon track.
- Other rates:
- For international students: €11,000
- For London Track: €20,500
- For Maynooth Track: €9,500 (local students) or €14,500 € (international students)
- City Law School requires an IELTS score of 7.0.
- The program is offered in partnership with the State University Lumière Lyon and St. John’s University, New York, USA.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost for domestic / EU students following the Lyon track. The rate for international students is €11,000.
- Tuition for students following the New York track is €20,500.
- Program tuition ranges from from €2,454 to €8,180 depending on income.
- Program tuition ranges from €2,580 to €8,600 depending on income.
Distance Learning
- Part-time students can complete the program in two years.
Programs at UCLy
Full-Time
- The LL.M. in International Business Law is offered in partnership with the State University Lumière Lyon, the City Law School, University of London (UK), and Maynooth University (Ireland).
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost for domestic / EU students for the Lyon track.
- Other rates:
- For international students: €11,000
- For London Track: €20,500
- For Maynooth Track: €9,500 (local students) or €14,500 € (international students)
- City Law School requires an IELTS score of 7.0.
- The program is offered in partnership with the State University Lumière Lyon and St. John’s University, New York, USA.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost for domestic / EU students following the Lyon track. The rate for international students is €11,000.
- Tuition for students following the New York track is €20,500.
- Program tuition ranges from from €2,454 to €8,180 depending on income.
- Program tuition ranges from €2,580 to €8,600 depending on income.
Distance Learning
- Part-time students can complete the program in two years.
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