Location:

Leuven, Belgium

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Bachelor

Specialty:

JD / Law Programs

Program Overview

Program Description:

The Master of Laws (LLM) programme was launched in 1990 and is modelled on programmes offered at law schools in the United States. The programme has a marked international dimension - continuing the Faculty of Law's tradition of international student mobility through the Erasmus programme and other exchange agreements - and offers tailored courses, tutorials and clinics organised exclusively for the tightly-knit group of LLM students. This is an advanced Master's programme and can be followed on a full-time or part-time basis.

European law is an important focus of the programme. This is unsurprising given KU Leuven's close proximity to the EU institutions in Brussels. The programme taps into a large network of legal professionals with daily exposure to and experience in the European institutions, including the European Commission, the European Council and the Court of Justice of the European Union. Indeed, we are proud to count the first permanent President of the European Council, Herman Van Rompuy, among the Faculty of Law alumni.

Just as many jurisdictions look to European law to inspire their own laws and regulations, so too do our professors look across the EU in their research and teaching. The professorial staff of the LLM programme generally holds degrees from top universities in the United States and the United Kingdom and many have substantial experience as prominent legal practitioners. Given its philosophy grounded in European law, its highly skilled teachers and its openness to the study and practice of various types of law - and of course, its proximity to Brussels - the Leuven LLM constitutes a significant added value for students seeking legal careers in Europe.

Setting Description:

Situated in the heart of Western Europe, KU Leuven (University of Leuven) has been a centre of learning for nearly six centuries. Today, it is Belgium's largest and highest-ranked university and, founded in 1425, one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Europe. As a leading European research university and co-founder of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), KU Leuven offers a wide variety of programmes in English, all supported by high-quality, innovative, interdisciplinary research. KU Leuven is home to a vibrant community of international scholars spread out over its various campuses. 14% of the university’s 54,000 students are international representing 140 countries. KU Leuven's three doctoral schools provide internationally oriented PhD tracks for more than 4,000 doctoral students. Boasting an outstanding central location, KU Leuven offers a truly international experience, high-quality education, world-class research and cutting-edge innovation.

Cost:

€6000

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

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