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Overview
The core curriculum of this one-year Global Comparative Constitutional Law programme at Central European University (CEU) centers on fundamental issues in comparative government and constitutional rights protection, such as comparative government, constitutional design and fundamental protection, in leading, emerging and backsliding democracies around the world.
Careers
After graduating with an LL.M. in Global Comparative Constitutional Studies , you will be well-equipped to provide viable solutions to constitutional problems as an individual researcher and member of an international team. You may consider exploring roles with the following job titles:
- Advocacy Officer
- (Associate) Lawyer
- Associate Policy Officer
- Consultant on Social Inclusion
- International Relations Expert
- Judicial Clerk
- Legal Advisor
- Legal Counsel
- Legal Officer
- Legislative Analyst
- Policy Advocate
- Policy Analyst
- Research Fellow
- Sustainable Development Advisor
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Comparative Constitutional Legal Research Methodology
- Comparative Federalism: A Critical Perspective
- Comparative Freedom of Religion
- Constitution-Building in Africa
- Constitutional Law from Common Law and Civil Law Perspective
- Constitutionalism and Rights in Latin-America
- Constitutionalism and Rights in South and South East Asia
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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More details
- Round 1: 15 October - all applicants
- Round 2 and 3: February 2nd, April 15th - all applicants except those from visa-sensitive countries
Language
English
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
OR 4.5
PTE Academic 59
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
60 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Vienna, Austria
Disciplines
International Law Civil & Private Law Public LawExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
GRE® Required
GMAT Required
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
OR 4.5
PTE Academic 59
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants must have:
- Law degree from an accredited university or other accredited tertiary educational institution that is sufficient to be eligible to sit for the bar exam (or qualify for the practice of law) in the jurisdiction concerned.
- Ordinarily, this degree should be of a minimum duration of four years (240 ECTS credits or equivalent).
- Candidates with a degree in social sciences (e.g. political science, international relations, etc.) may also apply for admission, provided their degrees have had some significant legal element.
- Statement of purpose (500 words maximum) describing your reasons for applying to the program and how the program will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
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Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals13000 EUR / year≈ 13000 EUR / year
Living costs
Vienna
Austria
861 - 1331 EUR / month
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Global Comparative Constitutional Studies.
Available Scholarships
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Provided by university
Grant
1500 EUR
Deadline
07 Nov 2026
Winter School Grant
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Grant
Various benefits
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Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
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Grant
Various benefits
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility in Austria
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Ernst Mach Grant - ASEA-UNINET
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
Various benefits
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Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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