Humboldt Master of Laws (LLM)full time

Degree
Master of Laws
Master
Standard period of study (amount)
2 semesters
Location
Berlin

Overview and admission

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

  • European Law
  • International Law
  • Jurisprudence, Law

Focus

Introduction to European and German Law, Legal reasoning and legal theory, Academic writing and jurisprudence, Research perspectives, Justice and Security, Law and Society, Innovation and Transformation, German Law

Target group

Designed for graduates with a strong foundation in foreign law and at least one year of professional experience, the programme equips participants with advanced knowledge and skills tailored to their professional and academic aspirations. It fosters a deeper understanding of legal principles and their international dimensions, enabling participants to engage critically with complex legal issues.

Annotation

The Humboldt Master of Laws (LL.M.) provides a comprehensive understanding of German and European law, enriched with a global perspective. The programme combines a strong foundational curriculum with opportunities for specialised study, preparing graduates to navigate the complexities of legal systems in an interconnected world. The programme starts with a Core Curriculum that provides a strong foundation, introducing European and German law with an international perspective. Building on this, students can choose specialised tracks in Justice & Security, Law & Society, or Innovation & Transformation, gaining in-depth, research-based expertise to excel in academia or legal practice in today’s global legal landscape.

Admission modus

Local admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

Professional degree (240 ECTS credits), (applicable from degree) knowledge of foreign (non-German) law (equivalent to 120 ECTS credits), qualified practical professional work experience of at least 1 year, English skills B2 further information: https://humboldt-llm.hu-berlin.de/application

Lecture period

  • 13.10.2025 - 14.02.2026
  • 13.04.2026 - 18.07.2026

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2025/2026)

Tuition fees

EUR 15,000 (EUR 7,500 per semester) plus semester fee (approx. 300 EUR)

Languages of instruction

Main language

English