Overview

ONLINE PROGRAM with one week in Rome and field visit in Brussels, offered by the ELGS Rome.

The curriculum covers essential topics including artificial intelligence systems, data governance, platform regulation, algorithmic justice, and international regulatory frameworks. It places a special focus on the European regulatory landscape, particularly the EU AI Act and related frameworks, while also providing comparative perspectives from global developments.

Taught by a distinguished faculty of academics, EU officials, and AI practitioners, the program combines rigorous academic study with practical experience through policy labs, real-world case studies, internships, and visits to key EU institutions.

Delivered in a flexible hybrid format, combining in-person sessions in Rome (for one week in Spring) and a field visit in Brussels with online learning, the program offers international exposure and is designed for postgraduate students interested in the legal, ethical, and policy dimensions of AI. Graduates will be prepared to contribute effectively to AI governance, compliance, and policymaking in evolving sectors.

Career Prospects

The program prepares graduates from legal, policy, or technical backgrounds for roles within EU institutions, regulatory agencies, legal-tech companies, and AI policy and compliance teams (private sector). Through a combination of academic rigor, practical training, and international perspectives, it develops the skills needed to address real-world regulatory challenges effectively.

A key feature of the curriculum is a capstone visit to EU institutions, providing direct exposure to the policymaking environment. This experience strengthens graduates’ ability to contribute to AI regulation developments in Europe and beyond.

Benefits

A 360 approach of the legal aspects of AI
Interdisciplinary. Combines contemporary issues with fundamental knowledge.
Flexible format, online taught courses with in-person field trips
Capstone visit to EU institutions in Brussels
One week teaching courses in Rome
A la carte courses offered separately for professionals
Accomodation fees included in the Program fees

This program is endorsed by Rythmisis Institute

Programme Structure

The EPLO LLM in AI, Ethics, Regulation and Innovation is a one-year degree programs with a thesis requirement, earning a total of 90 ECTS credits. The academic approach combines classic lectures, interactive seminars, and, where appropriate, practical learning methods such as moot courts, site visits, and case-based group projects.

All courses are compulsory for full-time students.
Separate courses can be offered on an à-la carte basis to interested students upon the payment of the respective fee. The à-la carte participants are entitled to receive a certificate of attendance.

10 Modules:

AI Systems and Legal Foundations
EU and International Legal Framework on AI

EU and International Legal Framework on AI

Artificial Intelligence in Criminal Law, Financial Crime, and Justice Systems

Legal Research Methods for Technology and AI Law

AI & Intellectual Property Rights

Smart Contracts, Blockchain & Law

AI and Standardization/Standards
AI and Healthcare Law

Audience

This program is suitable for: law graduates and legal professionals, compliance and data ethics practitioners, policymakers and regulators, and graduates from political science, governance, economics, or technology policy — all seeking expertise in AI regulation, digital innovation, and emerging technology law.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00

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Deadline

Applications for Session 2026/2027 are open for submission until June 2026.

Language

English

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96

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Continuous support with feedback on request, Proactive tutoring and support
Online group works/assignments

Campus Location

Roma, Italy

Disciplines

European Law Legal Studies Master of Laws (LLM) View 8 other Masters in European Law in Italy

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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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96

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for a program, students must first review the application form and its requirements to ensure the collection of appropriate material. By the time they have gathered all documentation, they should proceed with payment of the one-time application fee either at the relevant online portal or via a bank transfer. Students should always add their surname, initial letter of their first name and Degree title in the deposit description. They can then proceed with their application which can only be conducted online and submit it along with the supporting documentation, listed below.

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Tuition Fees

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6900 EUR / year

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6900 EUR / year

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Living costs

Roma

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

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

Funding

Scholarships are available for a select number of highly qualified students and take into consideration merit and financial needs, particularly for applicants in low and middle-income countries. EPLO would like to empower young leaders with the capacity to transform their contexts and live up to a challenging world. Awarded scholarships mostly consist of partial and (exceptionally) full tuition waivers.

If you are interested in receiving a scholarship, the appropriate box should be selected on the application form and a 400-600 word personal statement must be submitted, outlining how you satisfy the criteria.

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