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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

About the Program

The study of public law enables you to understand and actively shape the foundations of our society. Explore how legal rules operate in government, society, business and the private sector. Learn how laws are created, who implements them, and how they are applied in court cases. Delve into the exciting field of constitutional law, which includes fundamental rights and rules governing government bodies. Explore administrative law and learn how government agencies act and how to appeal against decisions. Public law primarily comprises constitutional law: These are the rules that apply to state institutions (Bundestag, Federal Government, etc.) as well as fundamental rights (e.g. freedom of religion, freedom of opinion and freedom of assembly). In addition, public law includes administrative law, which deals with the actions of public authorities on one hand, and with how people can appeal against decisions made by administration on the other. The law of the European Union (EU) and the law that applies to all states (international law) are also considered public law.
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The study of public law enables you to understand and actively shape the foundations of our society. Explore how legal rules operate in government, society, business and the private sector. Learn how laws are created, who implements them, and how they are applied in court cases. Delve into the exciting field of constitutional law, which includes fundamental rights and rules governing government bodies. Explore administrative law and learn how government agencies act and how to appeal against decisions. Public law primarily comprises constitutional law: These are the rules that apply to state institutions (Bundestag, Federal Government, etc.) as well as fundamental rights (e.g. freedom of religion, freedom of opinion and freedom of assembly). In addition, public law includes administrative law, which deals with the actions of public authorities on one hand, and with how people can appeal against decisions made by administration on the other. The law of the European Union (EU) and the law that applies to all states (international law) are also considered public law.

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

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

Public Law

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Public Law at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Is Public Law at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Public Law 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 Public Law at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg?

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 Public Law?

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 Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg — 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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