The LLM master’s degree programme provides foreign lawyers with fundamental knowledge of German law, enabling them to specialise in one of eight different profile areas. Upon successful completion of the programme, the candidate is awarded a Master of Laws degree (LLM).

Please note that completion of the “German Law” master’s programme does not entitle graduates to practice law in Germany. Only under specific conditions are EU foreign nationals permitted to apply for practical legal training (juristischer Vorbereitungsdienst) or admission to the bar in Germany.

The master's degree programme "German Law" consists of six modules:

1. Basismodul
2. Erweiterungsmodul I
3. Erweiterungsmodul II
4. Erweiterungsmodul III
5. Profilmodul
6. Abschlussmodul

curriculum

detailed curriculum

Further information on the options and exams within the different modules can be found in the module descriptions in the exam regulations (Appendix II).

The standard duration of study is three semesters. Within this period candidates are required to successfully complete six modules – the introductory module, three extension module, a profile module and the final module – with a combined total of at least 90 ECTS credit points.

Semester dates and holidays

Students receive academic support and advice from a supervisor for the duration of their degree programme. Shortly after commencing your programme, you will be asked to choose a professor or habilitated member of the academic staff in the Faculty of Law to be your academic supervisor.