At a glance
12 mo
Duration
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Master's
Level
- Excellent national and international reputationReputation
- Intensive and challenging curriculumProgramme Intensity
- Focus on theory and practice with interactive learningLearning Style
- Small-scale teaching with personal contactClass Size
- Strong career prospects, 80%+ employed within 6 monthsEmployability
- 'Civiel effect' for Dutch legal professionsProfessional Qualification
The Master of Laws (LL.M.) programme in Law at Leiden University offers a broad yet specialized training in various fields of law. This intensive master's programme allows you to delve deeply into your chosen area of legal study. Through interactive lectures, practical exercises, and moot court competitions, you will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for professional practice. Graduates will possess the 'civiel effect,' a requirement for professions like judge, lawyer, or public prosecutor in the Netherlands, and will be well-prepared for a wide range of career opportunities.
Curriculum
The Master's programme in Law involves in-depth study of a chosen field of law, with a focus on interrelations between different main areas. The curriculum includes interactive elements like practicum and privatissimum sessions to prepare students for professional practice.
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- Specialisation Courses
- Practicum
- Privatissimum
Careers
The programme prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in the legal field. With good career prospects and personal guidance, over 80% of Leiden law graduates find suitable employment within six months of graduation.
- Judge
- Lawyer
- Public Prosecutor
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree in LawA relevant Bachelor's degree from a Dutch university or an equivalent degree from a foreign university is required.
Specific entry requirements may vary depending on the chosen specialisation. Some specialisations may require specific prior knowledge or academic backgrounds. Graduates will obtain 'civiel effect' upon completion, which is a Dutch requirement for certain legal professions.
Fees
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Tuition and living cost information is not provided on the program page.
Accreditation
The programme grants 'civiel effect', which is necessary for practicing as a judge, lawyer, or public prosecutor in the Netherlands.