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Master of Law (MLaw) of the Universities of Zurich and Lausanne

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Student testimonial (in French)

General content

This combined bilingual degree course allows students to complete their Master’s studies in Law at the Universities of Zurich and Lausanne. You will thus be able to improve your knowledge of law and of legal German or French. This course is based on the general objectives and content of both Faculties’ Master’s programmes, and benefits from a national scope thanks to its bilingual nature.

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Practical information

Organisers

University of Lausanne, Faculty of Law, Criminal Justice and Public Administration (School of Law)
Rechtwissenschaftliche Fakultät der Universität Zürich

Address

Ecole de droit
Faculté de droit, des sciences criminelles et d’administration publique
Quartier UNIL-Chamberonne
Bâtiment Internef
CH–1015 Lausanne

Contact

+41 21 692 27 50
+41 21 692 27 44
www.unil.ch/ecolededroit

Degree awarded

Master of Law (MLaw) of the Universities of Zurich and Lausanne
The combined Master’s degree course may be completed without a special subject or with one of the following two special subjects :

  • Business Law
  • Public Law

ECTS credits

90

Duration

At least one semester is spent with each partner Faculty.

Teaching language

French/German (English). An excellent level in French and German, both spoken and written, is recommended.

Admission requirement

Bachelor of Law

Enrolment

At the University of Lausanne:
Applications must be submitted on time to the Admissions Department

At the University of Zurich:
Applications must be submitted on time to the Admissions Department

Part-time

Possible under certain conditions.
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Career prospects

This course opens the door to a wide range of professional activities. It provides access in particular to placements as a lawyer or notary and also prepares students for various legal professions practised by public administrations, the courts, private companies and international organisations. Other positions, for example in the sectors of culture, politics or business management, are also accessible.  

Exchanges and mobility

At least one semester is spent with each partner Faculty.

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Subject to changes.
The French version prevails. Only the official texts should be considered binding.
Last update: 13 March 2024