Master's Scholarships in Legal Studies

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EARN A DEGREE ACCREDITED IN AUSTRIA AND THE U.S. 

The Department of Legal Studies provides a high level of advanced legal education. Its programs are among the finest in Europe, enabling students to obtain a firm grounding in fundamental legal concepts before branching out into specific fields, such as the law of the European Union, intellectual property, international dispute settlement, international business transactions, fundamental rights protection vis-à-vis the state, and international and European human rights. 

CEU is an English-language, student-focused research university located in Vienna and accredited both in Austria and the United States. CEU is committed to attracting talented students and scholars from around the world. Our student/faculty ratio (7:1) allows for small, research-driven and discussion-based seminars and close guidance from faculty members. 

LLM in Comparative Constitutional Law / 1 YEAR / In the world’s only LLM program of its kind, you will explore how constitutions address common societal challenges and ideas of ordering in different ways. Classic models and recent developments are examined through comparative analysis in a problem-oriented manner. You will learn the extent to which constitutions may contribute to good government in the age of globalization and the rise of illiberal governments. ➜ legal.ceu.edu/master-laws-comparative-constitutional-law-program 

LLM/MA in Human Rights / 1 YEAR / Combining theoretical and practical perspectives, these programs prepare you to engage with challenges to human rights protection in an age of skepticism and populism. A short internship program with local NGOs, a course at the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg and diverse in-class activities. ➜ legal.ceu.edu/master-laws-human-rights ➜ legal.ceu.edu/master-arts-human-rights 

LLM in Global Business Law and Regulation / 1 YEAR / This program offers advanced legal education in the field of global business law. As a professional program, it is aimed at young legal professionals and caters to their needs for a practice-oriented legal education. It provides participants with an opportunity to specialize in one of four areas: international dispute resolution, international economic and commercial law, corporate law, and regulation and corporate social responsibility. ➜ legal.ceu.edu/llm-global-business-law-and-regulation 

SCHOLARSHIPS AND APPLICATION DEADLINES 

The majority of our students are eligible for financial aid regardless of their nationality. We currently offer a merit based partial tuition awards for the applicants who submit their application for the 2023-24 academic year by February 1, 2023 (23:59 CET). 

• February 1, 2023 for applicants seeking financial aid
• March 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will require a study visa to enter Austria
• August 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will not require a study visa to enter Austria 

WHY CEU?  

• World-ranked master's and doctoral programs in the humanities and social sciences
• Valuable degree accredited in the U.S. and Austria
• 81% of our graduate students receive financial aid
• 7:1 student/faculty ratio
• Close supervision and faculty contact with top researchers
• Students and faculty from 100+ countries
• Committed to academic freedom and open debate
• Based in Vienna, ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit 

STUDY IN VIENNA

Apply now and study in Vienna, consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Located in the heart of Europe, the Austrian capital has much to offer, from a wide range of academic opportunities to vibrant student life. 

TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER 

We pride ourselves in providing practical experience and remarkable networks to transform your career. 73% of 2021 master’s graduates^* who entered the workforce directly after completing their studies accepted employment offers within three months of graduation and work with more than 200 organizations across various sectors in over 60 countries worldwide.

^* Based on Careers Outcomes Report for Master Graduates 2021. 

Contact 

For further enquiries, please contact:

Student Recruitment Office

Email: student-info@ceu.edu