Program Overview
The Law at University of Lausanne is a Master programme in Law taught in English, French, German over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Switzerland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English, French, German
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 69 credits for the courses.
- 15 credits for the dissertation.
- 6 credits for the seminars.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates must be holders of a Bachelor of Law. The Equivalences Commission decides upon whether to accept holders of a diploma in foreign law, subject to the candidate\xc2\x92s formal admissibility to the Master\xc2\x92s degree.
Teaching Language: Courses are mainly taught in French. Recommended level: C1. A few specific courses are given in English or German.Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Lausanne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Lausanne
University of Lausanne
Lausanne, Switzerland
The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a prestigious public research institution in Switzerland, originally founded in 1537 as a school of Protestant theology. It transitioned into a university in...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2028-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English, French, German
- Duration 18 months