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

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.

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

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

More information
Regulations and Course description

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.