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Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main

Frankfurt am Main

Legal Theory

Subjects: Legal Theory

LL.M. | Master of Laws

⏳  Duration
2 Semesters
🔠 Teaching Language
English
💶  Application Fee non-EU
No information

💶  Cost per Semester
3633 EUR

💶  Tuition Fees per Semester
3,600 EUR
⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
01.04.

Course description

The Faculty of Law at Goethe University offers a one-year master’s degree programme (LL.M.) tailored specifically for foreign law graduates. Established in 1989, this programme is designed for those who have completed legal studies at a foreign university with course requirements similar to those in Germany. Candidates must demonstrate adequate knowledge of the German language. The programme aims to provide students with a solid grounding in the basics of German law and the opportunity to delve deeply into a specific area of German, European, or international law. LL.M. students can choose their specialisation from any of the areas offered by the Faculty. The Faculty of Law at Goethe University excels in legal history and legal theory. It also focuses on comparative law, international law, European law, and the emerging field of law and finance. The Faculty is centrally located on the new Campus Westend, a modern and attractive campus that reflects the vibrant, urban flair and the open, tolerant atmosphere of the city and its university.

Program Information

Study Location Frankfurt am Main
Start Semester Winter
Study Form Full-time
Study Type Postgraduate
Teaching Language English
Dual No
Remote No
Application Fee non-EU No information
Study Length 2 Semesters
Tuition Fees per Semester 3,600 EUR
Cost per Semester 3633 EUR
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⏱️ Application Start Summer
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⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
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⏱️ Application Start Winter
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⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
01.04.

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Application Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The subject-specifics admission requirement for this programme is a completed law degree comparable to the conditions of the German law degree.

Document Requirements

Authenticated (certified) copies of certificates also in German or English translation Proof of German language proficiency

Application Process

Acceptance Interview No
Acceptance local admission restrictions Restricted
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