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European Business Law - Master Programme

Master's programme · 2 years · 120 credits

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Description

The Master's programme in European Business Law offers a unique combination of courses taught by leading academics and practitioners. It provides students with a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles and rules governing cross-border business situations, enabling European business lawyers to provide solid yet creative solutions to modern issues in any legal environment.

The programme provides an in-depth understanding of both the practical and the theoretical aspects of business law within the European Union and of how the internal market operates in a global context. Students also acquire knowledge of EU constitutional law as a necessary basis for a full understanding of European business law. Throughout the course students are given extensive opportunities to put their knowledge into practice and to learn from both academics and practitioners.

European Business Law is a two-year programme, but students have the possibility to write a master thesis at the end of the first year and then finish the programme with a one-year degree.  Students who take the two-year master  can tailor the programme by choosing optional courses which match their interests and career ambitions. This feature allows for tailored specialisation and provides a competitive edge when applying for future positions on the labour market.

Career prospects

With a unique combination of traditional legal studies in business law and economic and trade related issues, and built on a solid foundation of the constitutional structure of EU law, this programme is an ideal preparation for a career within private practice, in-house legal work or positions within national or EU institutions. It also provides an excellent grounding for students interested in pursuing an academic career.
 

Closed for applications

Application opportunities

Contact

Master coordinator

Anders Tröjer

Phone: +46 46 222 12 49

Email: anders [dot] trojer [at] jur [dot] lu [dot] se

Requirements and selection

Entry requirements

The programme is open to both Swedish and foreign students holding, at least, a 3 year Bachelor degree in law (Bachelor, LL.B, or equivalent).

Applicants must prove knowledge of English corresponding to English 6/English course B.

 

Selection criteria

Based on grades on previous courses, statement of purpose, and 2 letters of recommendation.

English language requirements

Most of Lund University’s programmes require English Level 6 (unless otherwise stated under 'Entry requirements'). This is the equivalent of an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 90. There are several ways to prove your English language proficiency – check which proof is accepted at the University Admissions in Sweden website. All students must prove they meet English language requirements by the deadline, in order to be considered for admission.

How to prove your English proficiency – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements

Check if there are any country-specific eligibility rules for you to study Bachelor's or Master's studies in Sweden:

Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se

Apply

Start Autumn Semester 2024

Day-time Lund, full time 100%

In English

Study period

2 September 2024 - 7 June 2026

Application

Closed for applications

How to apply

Lund University uses a national application system run by University Admissions in Sweden. It is only possible to apply during the application periods.

When to apply for studies

Step 1: Apply online

  • Check that you meet the entry requirements of the programme or course you are interested in (refer to the section above on this webpage).
  • Start your application – go to the University Admissions in Sweden website where you create an account and select programmes/courses during the application period.
    Visit the University Admissions in Sweden website
  • Rank your programme/course choices in order of preference and submit them before the application deadline.

Step 2: Submit documents

  • Read about how to document your eligibility and how to submit your documents at the University Admissions in Sweden website. Follow any country-specific document rules for Master's studies or Bachelor's studies
    Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se
    Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se
     
  • Get all your documents ready:
    - official transcripts and high school diploma (Bachelor's applicants)
    - official transcripts and degree certificate or proof that you are in the final year of your Bachelor's (Master's applicants)
    - passport/ID (all applicants) and
    - proof of English proficiency (all applicants).
     
  • Prepare programme-specific documents if stated in the next paragraph on this webpage.
  • Upload or send all required documents to University Admissions before the document deadline.
  • Pay the application fee (if applicable – refer to the section below on this webpage) before the document deadline.

* Note that the process is different if you are applying as an exchange student or as a part of a cooperation programme (such as Erasmus+).
* If you have studied your entire Bachelor's programme in Sweden and all of your academic credits are in Ladok, you do not have to submit transcripts or your diploma when applying for a Master's programme. However, there may still be other documents you need to submit! See the link below. 

Svensk student? 
Läs instruktionerna om att söka till ett internationellt masterprogram på lu.se

Programme-specific documents

In addition to the documents mentioned under Step 2, you must also submit a statement of purpose (letter of intent) and two letters of recommendation when you apply to this programme. See the Faculty of Law website for further instructions.

Instructions on how to apply on the Faculty of Law website under "Supporting documentation"

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Tuition fees

Non-EU/EEA citizens

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 280 000

First payment: SEK 70 000

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Citizens of a country outside of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees. You pay one instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

EU/EEA citizens and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

Application fee

If you are required to pay tuition fees, you are generally also required to pay an application fee of SEK 900 when you apply at the University Admissions in Sweden website. You pay one application fee regardless of how many programmes or courses you apply to.


*Note that there are no tuition or application fees for exchange students or doctoral/PhD students, regardless of their nationality.

Scholarships & funding

Lund University Global Scholarship programme

The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

Lund University Global Scholarship

Swedish Institute Scholarships

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students applying for studies in Sweden at Master's level.

Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website

Country-specific scholarships and funding options

Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University.

External scholarships

Information about scholarships from external organisations

Testimonials about this Master's