Master of Arts in Law (MLaw)
A specialized legal education program preparing students for Swiss legal practice with a focus on attorney qualifications.
Best for:Best for students seeking a rigorous, practice-oriented legal education with a focus on Swiss law and attorney qualifications, who value flexibility and interdisciplinary legal training.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Law (MLaw) at Universität St. Gallen offers a distinctive legal curriculum designed to build upon a Bachelor’s degree in law. This program emphasizes practical legal skills and Swiss legal practice, with a strong generalist approach. Students benefit from a high degree of flexibility to tailor their studies to personal and professional interests. The program aims to equip graduates with the expertise needed to excel as attorneys in Switzerland, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on training.
What you'll do
- Complete a structured curriculum combining core legal subjects with elective courses to tailor studies to individual interests.
- Engage in practical legal training to prepare for attorney roles in Switzerland.
- Develop expertise in Swiss legal practice through case studies and hands-on exercises.
- Participate in interdisciplinary legal discussions and seminars to enhance critical legal reasoning.
- Conduct independent legal research and write academic papers or case analyses as part of the curriculum.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Arts in Law or equivalent degree in legal studies
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Law (M.A. HSG)
Language: German; proficiency required for instruction and assessment
Instruction: German
- Strong foundation in legal theory and principles
- Basic proficiency in legal research and analysis
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a legal context
- Familiarity with Swiss legal framework and practice
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Arts in Law or equivalent degree
- No specific nationality restrictions, but German proficiency is mandatory
- No age restrictions, but prior legal studies are required
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-04-30, 2024-11-30
Applicants must apply through the official university portal. The application process typically requires submitting academic transcripts, a CV, a letter of motivation, and proof of German language proficiency. Additional documents may be requested depending on prior education.
- Academic transcripts from Bachelor’s degree
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Proof of German language proficiency
- Passport-sized photograph
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