Bachelor

European Law School

The European Law School bachelor brings together students from around the world to learn about legal issues through a comparative and European perspective, examining them beyond the solutions of a single legal system. In this programme, you will compare and evaluate the choices made by lawmakers' in various legal systems, and exame how international law, EU law, and national legal systems interact. Additionally, you will explore how societal factors impact laws, delving into global issues like sustainability, migration, security, and technology.

Rather than adopting a national legal mindset, you will collaborate with your peers to gain a nuanced understanding of the law in a national, Europeanand international context. This global, collaborative environment is essential to our distinctive learning approach, enabling our students to  develop into European jurists who can contribute a unique legal perspective to address complex problems in an ever-changing world.

In our problem-based learning (PBL) method, you will work in small-scale tutorial groups of up to 15 students under the guidance of an experienced tutor.  Our tutorials are structured around in-depth discussions in which  you and your peers actively exchange ideas, debate and explore solutions to core legal problems during each tutorial. This process fosters the development of self-discipline, argumentation and communication skills.

The programme will prepare you to work as a legal professional at a national, regional and international level, both in the private and public sector. However, please note that the European Law School bachelor's degree does not automatically qualify you to become a lawyer, public prosecutor, or judge. These are regulated professions and require further study and training in the law of a specific country after finishing your European Law School bachelor degree.

 

Numerus fixus

The European Law School is a numerus fixus programme. The programme has a fixed number of spots for students, a limit that has been set to guarantee the quality of education. The fixus operates based on an unweighted lottery system, meaning that admission is determined by random selection without considering students' academic performance or other criteria. This way we ensure that every applicant has a 100% equal chance of being selected. As such, there are no selection activities or additional requirements for you to complete in order to submit your application.

Questions about the fixus? Check out our Q&A page.

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Ana, ambassador for European Law School

Meet Ana, our Student Ambassador for the European Law School Bachelor’s Programme! On her Instagram, Ana shares her experiences in the programme and insights into student life in Maastricht. Follow along for a sneak peek into what could be your future here!

Got questions about the programme or life in Maastricht? Feel free to DM Ana on Instagram!

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Take an interactive campus tour

Explore the Faculty of Law campus with our interactive tour video! Experience first-hand what it's like to study on our campus. Whether you want to explore our facilities, immerse yourself in our teaching system or just soak up the atmosphere, the choice is yours. Press play and follow our students as they show you around.

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New-B programme

If you are admitted to the bachelor European Law School, the New-B programme helps you prepare for the classes and become familiar with legal terminology and traditions before the beginning of the academic year. You will feel confident and ready when classes start. Read more >>

Do Your Future Justice

Europe is at a crossroads. It is in dire need for highly engaged young people with knowledge of the legal systems of different European countries and the ability to work as a legal professional at a regional, national and international level.

Do you want to do your future justice? Studying law in Maastricht is a step in the right direction!

Do Your Future Justice

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Honours programme

The Faculty of Law offers an honours programme to students who demonstrate the potential to excel in their studies. The  programme is an extracurricular programme comprising 25 ECTS over a two-year period. It combines project work and a personal leadership track.

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Study Information Events

Curious about European Law and eager to see what studying Law is like in practice? Here’s your chance to step into the world of law at Maastricht University!

At our Experience Days and online events, you’ll get a first-hand look at life as a law student. Join us for real lectures, meet our dedicated lecturers and current students, and gain insights into how legal concepts come to life. This is the perfect opportunity to explore your interests and find the study path that’s right for you.