Master of Laws in Law and Economics
Interdisciplinary programme bridging legal and economic perspectives for careers in regulation, policy, and corporate strategy.
Best for:Best for legal professionals and economists seeking to specialise in regulatory policy, corporate strategy, and market supervision with a strong interdisciplinary foundation.
Overview
This Master of Laws (LLM) programme at Utrecht University equips students with a unique toolkit combining legal expertise and economic analysis. It prepares graduates to navigate complex challenges in corporate governance, regulatory bodies, and policy-making, with a focus on market supervision, competition policy, and financial regulation. The curriculum integrates theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, taught by a team of legal scholars and economists. Students explore the interplay between law and economics from both regulatory and corporate perspectives, ensuring they can address contemporary issues in public and private sectors. The programme emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and practical problem-solving, making it ideal for those aiming to bridge the gap between legal and economic disciplines.
What you'll do
- Study the intersection of law and economics to develop a robust analytical framework for addressing regulatory and corporate challenges.
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework that integrates legal theory with economic principles and real-world case studies.
- Develop expertise in market regulation, competition policy, and financial oversight through practical and theoretical modules.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty to explore regulatory challenges from both the regulator’s and regulated’s perspectives.
- Prepare for careers in law firms, regulatory bodies, policy-making organisations, and corporate strategy roles.
- Conduct research and write assignments that bridge legal and economic perspectives on contemporary issues.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, or a related field (equivalent to a Dutch Bachelor’s degree).
Degree offered: Master of Laws (LLM)
Language: English; proficiency demonstrated by one of the following: Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (minimum score 176), Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (minimum score 180), IELTS overall band score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing), or TOEFL internet-based score of 93.
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret legal and economic frameworks.
- Proficiency in legal research and writing.
- Basic understanding of economic principles and their application to legal contexts.
- No specific nationality restrictions, but proof of English proficiency is mandatory.
- No age restrictions.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-04-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official Utrecht University portal. Required documents include a CV, a motivation letter, proof of English proficiency, academic transcripts, and a copy of your passport or ID. Ensure all documents are uploaded in the specified formats and meet the submission guidelines.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Certificate, etc.)
- Academic transcripts
- Copy of passport or ID
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