Master in European and International Tax Law
University of Luxembourg
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The programme equips students with in-depth knowledge in European, international and domestic tax law, preparing graduates to thrive as leading specialists in the field of tax law.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities The Master in European and International Tax Law prepares students for leading positions in the legal, tax and advisory sector, national administrations, or European and international institutions. Graduates also will have the opportunity to pursue further academic studies at PhD-level. Objectives Programme objectives Students will learn to master the principles of tax law in order to be able to work with ever-changing legal rules, and to successfully recognise issues arising in new taxing jurisdictions. Students will learn to make use of the extensive Luxembourg tax treaty network and gain first-hand exposure to real tax issues and the jurisprudence of the Court of Justice of the European Union. This programme puts a particular emphasis on the interaction of tax treaty law with domestic tax law, as well as the effects of primary and secondary EU law on domestic tax rules. Learning outcomes Students will gain a comprehensive education in everything tax – In-depth knowledge of tax treaty law– Mastery of the Luxembourg tax system– Understanding of the interaction of primary EU law with tax rules– Expertise in secondary EU tax law – Comprehensive grasp of the interaction between taxation and the investment fund and financial industry– Insights into the theory of tax policy Internships & student counseling Discover more Financing possibilities Discover your future home Any questions? Contact us Share thisshare share email
Program Curriculum
Programme The programme is separated into three elements: International Tax Law, European tax law, and Luxembourg tax law.The first semester of the programme gives students a solid understanding of the rules in these three fields, as well as a background in related areas such as company law and financial accounting.The second semester builds on this to familiarise students with more specialised topics. Programme in detail (PDF) Moot court programme Academic contents Semester 1 and 2 Semester 1 and 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 The courses of the first year are part of the main common programme and not track specific. Master en Droit européen – Première année Learn more Course offer for European and International Tax Law, Semestre 3 (2026-2027 Winter) Introduction to Luxembourg Tax Law ECTS credits: 0 Course code: MADE4-1 Course title: Introduction to Luxembourg Tax Law Number of ECTS: 0 Course code: MADE4-1 Module(s): Module 1 Luxembourg taxation Language: EN Mandatory: No On completion of the course unit successful students will be able to (using action verbs):– Explain the systematics and general principles of Luxembourg tax law;– Complete a Luxembourg income tax declaration (natural and legal persons);– Apply the Luxembourg Income Tax Law to small case studies The course gives an overview of Luxembourg tax law, focusing on personal income tax (PIT) and corporate income tax (CIT) law. It also includes sections on municipal business tax (MBT) and net wealth tax (NWT). The aim of the course is to acquaint students with the legal framework of Luxembourg income and wealth tax law and its systematics. Introduction to Financial Accounting and Bookkeeping ECTS credits: 0 Course code: MADE4-3 Course title: Introduction to Financial Accounting and Bookkeeping Number of ECTS: 0 Course code: MADE4-3 Module(s): Module 1 Luxembourg taxation Language: EN Mandatory: No On completion of the course unit successful students will be able to (using action verbs):– Interpret and analyse a b
Admission Requirements
Admissions To apply for a programme at the University of Luxembourg, candidates must comply with the general eligibility criteria for the chosen programme type and be selected by the study programme based on the quality of their application. The programme at a glance – 120 ECTS Duration: 2 years / 4 sem Teaching languages: EN + FR Admissions: EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 15 Jul 2026 Non-EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 24 Mar 2026 Fees: 400€/ sem. (semester 3,4) Format: Full-time programme (Part-time student status allowed) Specific information for this programme Requirements Students applying for the Master in European and International Tax Law can enter directly into the second year of the Master programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining a Master degree. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies, which include courses in European law and taxation. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee.Applicants who have successfully completed three years of studies amounting to 180 ECTS (typically a Bachelor in Law or equivalent studies) are eligible to apply for the common first year of Master in Law studies at the University of Luxembourg (M1). It offers a variety of courses in European and international law from which students may choose in order to prepare for the specific requirements of the second year (M2). Applications should include supporting documents showing evidence of the necessary language skills required to follow the bilingual programme (B2 or higher in both French and English) Proof of language skills Applications must include a cover letter, CV, copies of diplomas and transcripts, as well as supporting documents showing evidence of the necessary language skills required to follow the bilingual programme (B2 or higher in French and English). Applicants should also include at least one but a maximum of two letters of recommendation from their r
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
400€/semester
About University of Luxembourg
University of Luxembourg
Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
The University of Luxembourg is a public research university in Esch-sur-Alzette and Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. It was founded in 2003 and is the only public university in Luxembourg.
University Profile- Application Deadline EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 15 Jul 2026 Non-EU: 1 Feb 2026 – 24 Mar 2026 Fees: 400€/ sem. (semester 3,4) Format
- Start Date September
- Language English / French
- Duration 2 years
- Credits 120
