Program Overview
The International Commercial Law at University of Groningen is a LLM programme in Law over 12 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 International Commercial Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Groningen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Commercial 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
- [\'Comparative Property Law\', \'International Contracts Law\', \'Seminar Contracts Law\', \'Comparative Private International Law\', \'International Commercial Dispute Settlement Law\', \'Comparative Tort Law\', "Master\'s thesis", \'Cross-border Commercial Transactions\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Dutch students
grade average
- GPA of 2.75/4, 3.5/5, 7/10, 70/100
knowledge minimum
- basic knowledge of private law and elementary knowledge of European Law and public international law
language test
- TOEFL: 92 (all sections need to be at least 21; the writing section needs to be at least 23)
- IELTS: 6.5 (all sections need to be at least 6.0; the writing section needs to be at least 6.5)
- CAE or CPE
previous education
- LLB or equivalent
reference letter
- 2 academic references should be provided
written request
- Students need to hand in a motivation letter (max. 650 words). The letter should be written by the applicants themselves; it is not allowed to submit an (official) translation.
International students
grade average
- GPA of 2.75/4, 3.5/5, 7/10, 70/100
knowledge minimum
- basic knowledge of private law and elementary knowledge of European Law and public international law
- TOEFL: 92 (all sections need to be at least 21; the writing section needs to be at least 23)
- IELTS: 6.5 (all sections need to be at least 6.0; the writing section needs to be at least 6.5)
- CAE or CPE
previous education
- LLB or equivalent
reference letter
- 2 academic references should be provided
written request
- Applicants must send a motivation letter (max. 650 words). The letter should be written by the applicants themselves; it is not allowed to submit an (official) translation.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Groningen 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 Groningen
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
University of Groningen is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 30
