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The European and International Business Law, LL.M. program at the University of Debrecen (UD) focuses on the legal frameworks that shape business activities across borders. Students gain insight into European Union law and international regulations while developing the skills needed to interpret and apply legal rules in a global context, preparing them for work in legal practice, business, or international organizations.| | The program starts in September and February of each year. | |
| | All courses are taught in English; therefore, an Upper-B2 level English proficiency is required. | |
| | Applicants are required to have a bachelor’s degree in law. | |
| | This is a 1-year program consisting of 2 academic semesters. | |
| | Students earn 60 ECTS in total. | |
| | The tuition fee for this program is 7,500 USD/Year |
The program provides a modern, business-focused law degree with a special European character, focusing on the tendencies of the European and international markets. The program gives students the opportunity to boost their legal expertise to a more advanced level, as they learn how European and international law make a remarkable impact on business life, and explore both legislative and judicial elements of European business law, trade law, and corporate law. The LLM is practice-oriented and develops skills needed to succeed in an international career path and at all workplaces requiring cross-cultural understanding, flexibility, and contemporary practical legal knowledge.
Let's take a closer look at the details:
We offer a curriculum that bridges the gap between your current expertise and the technical competence required to excel in the global market.
Main subjects typically include (this list is indicative and may change):
| Year | Main subjects |
| 1 | Institutions of the European Union, Harmonization of laws in the European Union, Introduction to International Business Law, EU Internal Market Law 1., EU Internal Market Law 2., EU Competition Law, Principles of Public International Law, European Consumer Protection Law, European Criminal Law, Elective course 1-2., International Sale of Goods, International and European Intellectual Property Law, International Commercial Arbitration, European and International Contract Law, Public Management, European Company Law, European Labor and Social Law, Case-law of the European Court of Justice, Private International Law, Elective course 3. |
Detailed information about the program's Curriculum and further information are available on the Faculty of Law's website.
No, the program does not include an internship.
Graduates can choose from a wide range of positions at organizations such as international departments of law firms, international businesses, international bureaus of government services, or other international organizations.
Studying at the University of Debrecen puts you on the path towards an internationally recognized European degree. Our admission process consists of an online interview to assess your academic potential. We also offer a variety of academic scholarships and merit-based tuition fee discounts.
Applicants must have an English proficiency of at least Upper-Intermediate /B2 level as the program is fully taught in English. For your information, this is equivalent to:
Please note, that you are not strictly required to have a language exam certificate, your language skills will be assessed during the entrance interview.
Students applying to our graduate programs will participate in an interview where we assess their motivation, personal skills, and English proficiency.
Further information about the entrance exams can be found through the following website: Learn more about our entrance exams
Please note that the LL.M. in European and International Business Law operates on a double-intake academic calendar. This program starts both in September and February of each year. The application deadline in the self-financed procedure is 15th June for the September intake, and 15th November for the February intake.
Please note: If you are applying for a scholarship, the deadlines and application systems may differ. For further information, please consult our scholarship page.
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The tuition fee is 7,500 USD/year for this program.
This is supplemented by the application fee of $150 USD (one-time) and the entrance procedure fee of $350 USD that covers the examination and interview. Please note that the application and entrance procedure fees are non-refundable and must be paid via bank transfer to initiate the review process.
We offer a variety of academic scholarships and merit-based tuition fee discounts. Depending on your home country's regulations you might apply for federal loan while studying abroad as well. For detailed eligibility criteria and application deadlines, visit our dedicated website: View University of Debrecen International Scholarship Eligibility!
It’s important to choose a program that actually helps you to get closer to your goals. At the University of Debrecen, our European and International Business Law, LL.M. degree is designed for those who want to understand and apply legal frameworks in an international business environment.
You can also meet our Student Ambassadors, check their testimonials or even contact them in case of non-academic questions. If you would like to know more about the student life or accommodations in Debrecen, visit our dedicated websites.
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