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Doctoral Programme in Law (Doctor Juris)

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About the Program

A one- to two-year postgraduate course of study at the Faculty of Law of the University of Münster A particular requirement of the doctoral programme is that each candidate must submit a doctoral thesis showing his or her ability to carry out independent research and constituting a substantial contribution to the legal field. The doctoral examination consists of the doctoral thesis and an oral examination.
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A one- to two-year postgraduate course of study at the Faculty of Law of the University of Münster A particular requirement of the doctoral programme is that each candidate must submit a doctoral thesis showing his or her ability to carry out independent research and constituting a substantial contribution to the legal field. The doctoral examination consists of the doctoral thesis and an oral examination.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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

European Law

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Doctoral Programme in Law (Doctor Juris) at Universität Münster

Is Doctoral Programme in Law (Doctor Juris) at Universität Münster taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Doctoral Programme in Law (Doctor Juris) 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 Doctoral Programme in Law (Doctor Juris) at Universität Münster?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 Doctoral Programme in Law (Doctor Juris)?

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 Münster — 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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