International and European Law Universidade Nova de Lisboa

Overview

Operating within an increasingly transnational and globalized world requires legal knowledge that today is less focused on classical issues of public international law, and more on areas that focus on issues related to the internationalization of businesses and private/public transnational legal relationships, as well as human rights, humanitarian law and new developments in international criminal law. European integration is part of the new geopolitical environment.   

This explains the focus of the International and European Law at  Universidade Nova de Lisboa  on several areas of European Union law such as the freedom of movement of people and the European jurisdictional system. 

 It is crucial for a lawyer to be familiar with the diverse and increasingly vast areas of International Law and European Union Law in order to successfully address the theoretical and practical challenges they face.

Master's Open Day

In February, the Master’s Open Day 2026 will once again be the perfect opportunity for  students to get a feel for what it’s like to study at NOVA School of Law. You’ll get to experience the vibrant atmosphere for yourself and get to know the Masters programmes through the eyes of those who really make a difference: people!

There will be two open day events:

• 10 February: in person at NOVA School of Law.

• 23 February: online session, perfect for those who cannot attend in person or who would like to clarify any questions after the session on 10 February.

Goals

Building on the knowledge acquired in the bachelor’s degree in the fields of International Law, this Master in Law develops the interdisciplinary nature of both International and European Law, namely in the area of the protection of human rights. It addresses the development of skills in scientific research, and prepares students for their professional life.