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Master in European Economic Law - LL.M. : European Litigation Specialization

Description

The program is intense and ambitious, combining various innovative teaching, learning and examination techniques. The course begins by deepening the understanding of the system of implementation of EU law and accountability structures. It offers students an unparalleled understanding of litigation techniques and the workings of a court. There is also an emphasis on how to analyze the specificities of the EU legal system for the effective judicial protection of individual and institutional rights and interests. The first semester ends with an overview of litigation from a selection of some of the most pertinent legal areas including competition, state aid, foreign policy and external relations, police and justice cooperation, taxation, and intellectual property rights. The second semester is devoted to writing a master thesis and supports students with training in legal writing and presentation skills. An important part of the Courts of the Court of Justice of the European Union.

Why specialize in European Litigation at the University of Luxembourg?

  • This bilingual program prepares the students to work both in English and French, giving them a distinct advantage when working in the field of European criminal law. While students are required to have a good knowledge of both English and French (students will follow classes in both languages), supplementary language courses are offered in both languages throughout the academic year in order to support student success.
  • Situated in the heart of Luxembourg, surrounded by the European institutions, most notably the Court of Justice of the EU, the location of the University allows close cooperation with leading practitioners in the field.
  • This program integrates an internship with leading law firms, institutions (European, international and national) banks and other stakeholders.
  • The program combines various teaching methods in order to allow the students to develop skills necessary for succesfull practice. These include small group interactive teaching, presentations, advocacy training and attention to effective legal drafting.
  • The program is limited to a maximum of 25 highly motivated students of different backgrounds representing diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures.
  • The program also includes a study trip to visit European and international institutions (Council of the EU, Eurojust, Europol, Court of Justice of the EU and the International Criminal Court), allowing the students to exchange their ideas with stakeholders.

Career opportunities

You will find our graduates working in European institutions, national governments, banking and finance institutions, as members of the judiciary or in law firms.

Structure of studies

1 year LL.M. option
Advanced law students are welcome at the University of Luxembourg and may enter directly into European Litigation specialisation. Applicants should have completed successfully 4 years of law studies (Master / 240 ECTS), including courses on European litigation.


2 year LL.M. option
The first year is common to all LL.M. programmes. It offers a variety of courses in European, comparative and international law from which the students may choose in order to prepare for the requirements of the second year. During the second year you will acquire an in-depth knowledge and practical training in European Litigation. Applicants should have completed successfully 3 years of law studies (Bachelor / 180 ECTS).

Description

The program is intense and ambitious, combining various innovative teaching, learning and examination techniques. The course begins by deepening the understanding of the system of implementation of EU law and accountability structures. It offers students an unparalleled understanding of litigation techniques and the workings of a court. There is also an emphasis on how to analyze the specificities of the EU legal system for the effective judicial protection of individual and institutional rights and interests. The first semester ends with an overview of litigation from a selection of some of the most pertinent legal areas including competition, state aid, foreign policy and external relations, police and justice cooperation, taxation, and intellectual property rights. The second semester is devoted to writing a master thesis and supports students with training in legal writing and presentation skills. An important part of the Courts of the Court of Justice of the European Union.

Why specialize in European Litigation at the University of Luxembourg?

  • This bilingual program prepares the students to work both in English and French, giving them a distinct advantage when working in the field of European criminal law. While students are required to have a good knowledge of both English and French (students will follow classes in both languages), supplementary language courses are offered in both languages throughout the academic year in order to support student success.
  • Situated in the heart of Luxembourg, surrounded by the European institutions, most notably the Court of Justice of the EU, the location of the University allows close cooperation with leading practitioners in the field.
  • This program integrates an internship with leading law firms, institutions (European, international and national) banks and other stakeholders.
  • The program combines various teaching methods in order to allow the students to develop skills necessary for succesfull practice. These include small group interactive teaching, presentations, advocacy training and attention to effective legal drafting.
  • The program is limited to a maximum of 25 highly motivated students of different backgrounds representing diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures.
  • The program also includes a study trip to visit European and international institutions (Council of the EU, Eurojust, Europol, Court of Justice of the EU and the International Criminal Court), allowing the students to exchange their ideas with stakeholders.

Career opportunities

You will find our graduates working in European institutions, national governments, banking and finance institutions, as members of the judiciary or in law firms.

Structure of studies

1 year LL.M. option
Advanced law students are welcome at the University of Luxembourg and may enter directly into European Litigation specialisation. Applicants should have completed successfully 4 years of law studies (Master / 240 ECTS), including courses on European litigation.


2 year LL.M. option
The first year is common to all LL.M. programmes. It offers a variety of courses in European, comparative and international law from which the students may choose in order to prepare for the requirements of the second year. During the second year you will acquire an in-depth knowledge and practical training in European Litigation. Applicants should have completed successfully 3 years of law studies (Bachelor / 180 ECTS).