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Universität Hamburg
Master German Law & Economics

Deutsches RechtGerman Law

Master of Laws (L.L.M.)

About the Program

The Faculty of Law offers a Master's program for foreign law graduates that explicitly focuses on German law in the German language. The program is designed for two semesters and allows for the study of German law and its methods with individual focus areas and comparative law elements. This consecutive Master's program is aimed at lawyers who have already completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree program worth 240 credit points (CP) abroad.
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The Faculty of Law offers a Master's program for foreign law graduates that explicitly focuses on German law in the German language. The program is designed for two semesters and allows for the study of German law and its methods with individual focus areas and comparative law elements. This consecutive Master's program is aimed at lawyers who have already completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree program worth 240 credit points (CP) abroad.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

German Law

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Deutsches Recht at Universität Hamburg

Is Deutsches Recht at Universität Hamburg taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Deutsches Recht programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Deutsches Recht at Universität Hamburg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Deutsches Recht?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Universität Hamburg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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