Overview

In addition, with the Law LLM programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam you can go in many directions. You will learn to analyse and solve legal problems in a critical and scholarly way. You will develop expertise in one area of law (or two areas by following two tracks), but you will always get a broad legal foundation.

If you opt for the private law track, for example, you will still be able to become a criminal lawyer. When you complete your master's degree, you can work in any jurisdiction in the Netherlands. Thanks to the wide selection of tracks, you can really put your own stamp on your studies.

Future opportunities

Your diploma means that you can communicate about 'Law in Action' with colleagues in the legal profession as well as with non-specialists. You will also know how to manoeuvre between theory and practice. And you will be able to give meaning to norms and values that keep society on track.

If you successfully complete the master’s programme in Law at VU Amsterdam, your degree qualifies as the internationally-recognised Master of Laws (abbreviated as LLM) degree. It also qualifies you to use the Dutch title 'meester in de rechten’ (mr.).

Promotion alumni sessions Master’s day

During the Master’s day, you can also meet our (international) alumni during several workshops. In these sessions they will tell you more about career opportunities after finishing your Master’s degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal Methodology
Transnational Human Rights and Globalisation
Technology Law
Big Data, Human Rights and Human Security
European and International Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English, Dutch

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Master of Laws (LLM) View 38 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You can be admitted to the programme if your degree is assessed as the equivalent of a Dutch academic Bachelor's degree in Law and if you have completed enough courses relevant to the specialization(s) which you wish to pursue.
If you have an academic degree which is relevant for the specialization which you wish to pursue, you may also be admitted, if your degree is assessed as the equivalent of a Dutch academic Bachelor's degree and you:

- have completed at least 60 EC in law courses; and

- have acquired knowledge of and insight into at least one area of law relevant to your specialization to at least the level of the end-terms of the VU Law bachelor.

In exceptional cases relevant work experience may be taken into consideration for the 60 EC requirement.

curriculum vitae
certified transcript of records (graded) obtained so far in English
copy of passport and copy of residence permit (if applicable)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

24150 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24150 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

2601 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2601 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Amsterdam

1000 - 1500 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Law.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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