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Universität Konstanz
Master German Law & Economics

Graduate study programme for law students who graduated abroad

Master of Laws (L.L.M.)

About the Program

This postgraduate program is open for applicants who studied law and graduated outside of Germany. The program aims to impart core elements of German civil law, public law and criminal law as well as the working method and problem solution in legal science. Courses cover theory and implementation, methodology for solving of cases and legal interpretation as well as recent developments in German law. Students can choose from the wide range of courses at the Department of Law, including basic lectures and courses in focus areas for advanced students in certain fields of law. The program offers a good basis for working abroad in law firms or companies related to Germany.
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This postgraduate program is open for applicants who studied law and graduated outside of Germany. The program aims to impart core elements of German civil law, public law and criminal law as well as the working method and problem solution in legal science. Courses cover theory and implementation, methodology for solving of cases and legal interpretation as well as recent developments in German law. Students can choose from the wide range of courses at the Department of Law, including basic lectures and courses in focus areas for advanced students in certain fields of law. The program offers a good basis for working abroad in law firms or companies related to Germany.

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

Law

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Graduate study programme for law students who graduated abroad at Universität Konstanz

Is Graduate study programme for law students who graduated abroad at Universität Konstanz 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 Graduate study programme for law students who graduated abroad 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 Graduate study programme for law students who graduated abroad at Universität Konstanz?

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 Graduate study programme for law students who graduated abroad?

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 Konstanz — 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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