International and European Union Law
Discover the field of International and European Union Law. Explore the processes and consequences of increased economic integration, which are ongoing within the European Union and internationally.
Application deadline
non-EEA
1 July 2025
Application deadline
EEA
1 August 2025
Application deadline
Dutch students
20 August 2025
Starting date
September 2025
Why study this programme?
A choice for International and European Union Law at Erasmus University in Rotterdam is a choice for our small-scale education form and international and European legal perspective. Choose between the different tracks European Union Law and International Law, and take courses according to your interests.
Develop exceptional legal advisory and cross-cultural communication skills.
Education by international staff members who are also active in legal practice.
You will be able to navigate the complex multidimensional legal order that govern EU and International Relations
Participate in study trips to Brussels, Geneva or Strasbourg.
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Programme overview
Increased economic integration has become part of modern-day life both within the European Union and Internationally. Economic integration often translates into policy and law. It affects our lives in multiple ways and has severe consequences for the rule of law, democracy and human rights. This LL.M. programme allows you to analyse these effects. After completion, you can provide profound legal advice in the field of international and European law and economic integration to both public and private entities.
This one year intensive LL.M. programme offers the following specialisation possibilities:
- European Union Law
This track is ideal for students who wish to prepare themselves for a career on EU economic law in the public or private sector.
- International Law
The focus of this specialisation lies on the fact that public power is now being exercised globally by international and transnational institutions.
- Block 1
Research and Writing Skills in International and European Union Law (15 EC) - Block 2
Restricted elective specialisation (10 EC)
Law and Policy of European Integration or
International Law and Global Governance - Block 3
Globalization and Multidimensional Legal Orders (10 EC) - Block 4
Restricted elective specialisation (5 EC)
Free choice elective (5 EC) - Block 5
Law Clinic International and European Union Law (5 EC) - Master thesis (10 EC)
- Extracurricular activities
Read more about the courses and electives on our programme page.
Students choosing to specialize in European Union Law must choose one of the European Union Law electives.
Electives – European Union Law:
- EU Competition Law
- The Law of the Euro and Financial Market Integration
- Legal protection in the European Union
More information about these electives is available through our programme page.
Students choosing to specialize in International Law must choose one of the International law electives.
Electives – International Law:
- Human Rights in International Law
- International Trade and Investment Law
- International Criminal Law and Procedure
More information about these electives is available through our programme page.
Students can choose any of the listed elective courses from the International and European Union Law programme for their second elective. Alternatively, students may select another elective offered at Erasmus University in the place of the second elective from the programme.
The content of this programme builds on prior courses (Introduction to International and European Union Law, European Union Law and Public International Law – taught in our LL.B. programme). Students who do not possess knowledge in these fields will be assigned specific literature to be read before the start of the programme.
For more information, please visit the general education website of IEUL.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Below we answer some recurring questions. Is your question not listed here? Then please contact us!
- For questions about the program, please contact the master’s coordinator at masterieul@law.eur.nl
- For all admission related questions, please contact Andre van der Schee at informationdesk.llm@law.eur.nl
As a graduate you will have the skills to critically and constructively analyse contemporary issues in international and European Law. You will also have a deepened insight into the theory and practice of International and European law in an interdisciplinary context.
Our graduates are working in a diverse range of jobs. Some of them are working as a legal (policy) advisor or, more general, as a civil servant for national ministries, European and/or international institutions. In addition, other graduates pursue a career in diplomacy or become active in the European or international consulting and lobbying industry. Equally important, our graduates can also continue their career in the academia or have a position at a non-governmental organization like Amnesty International.
The exact tuition fees that apply to your situation can be found on the facts and figures page.
you will find all the relevant information regarding the application process on our application page