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This two-year programme, taught entirely in English, is a renewed version of two former Master’s programmes: International and Economic Law, and Cross-Border Disputes.
It offers an integrated legal approach, combining public and private law, to the challenges of global economic governance, and gives students a solid understanding of the many forums in which the global economy is regulated.
The programme focuses on contemporary and emerging issues and adopts a European approach. It covers conflict-of-laws principles in cross-border cases, international courts and tribunals, litigation rules and arbitration, equipping students with the tools needed to work as lawyers in international and European law firms or in European and international institutions. From the first year onwards, students deepen their knowledge by choosing between two tracks: a Business Lawyer track, covering regulatory compliance, international trade law, anti-corruption and export control, ESG and sustainable finance, and company law and M&A, or an EU Careers track, covering bilingual EU legal analysis, State aid, EU fundamental rights and EU external relations.
Few programmes in France offer this combination of cross-disciplinary skills, reflexes, methodology and knowledge, all essential to European legal practice. The LL.M. is also a globally recognised degree, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Career prospects are numerous and varied. Graduates work in international and European law firms, in fields such as international arbitration, cross-border litigation, competition, M&A, and trade and regulatory law, as well as in the in-house legal and compliance departments of multinational companies. Others join arbitration institutions and alternative dispute resolution bodies, the European Union institutions and agencies, national public administrations in charge of European and international affairs, international and non-governmental organisations, or regulatory and competition authorities. The programme also opens the way to academic research and doctoral studies.
In their second year, selected students will be able to undertake an exchange programme at one of the ESL partner universities: Dundee, Scotland (20 seats) or Stetson, Florida (2 seats).
Toulouse Capitole University, International
Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.
Required diplomas:
- hold a Law degree obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 180 ECTS, i.e. Bachelor's degree, Licence or equivalent
- Qualifications in other disciplines worth 180 ECTS minimum OR have significant professional experience in the field of the LL.M.'s programme applied for.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum B2, C1 for a mobility to Dundee)
Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.
Required diplomas:
- Successful completion of the 1st year of a Master’s degree in Law obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 240 ECTS.
- Qualifications in other disciplines equivalent to 240 ECTS OR significant professional experience in some of the subjects taught on the course may also be considered.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum C1)
Academics:
- A solid grounding in the fundamental areas of public and private law.
- Have an excellent academic record and an awareness of international and/or European issues
Skills:
- Ability to express yourself clearly orally and in writing in academic and legal English.
- Ability to work both in groups and individually.
- Ability to work independently and use legal documentation.
- Ability to use complex legal reasoning and a wide range of sources and knowledge.
Experience (non-cumulative conditions):
- Evidence of voluntary or community work experience and/or
- International experience (travel, study, training) and/or
- Experience in legal practice (internship, moot court, etc.)
Communication skills:
- Ability to write essays and dissertations in English
- Ability to read extensive or complex texts in English
- Ability to speak English fluently (presentations, seminar discussions, class participation)
Project motivation and coherence:
Alignment of the degree with the applicant's career goals and/or plans for personal and professional development.
The first three semesters are spent at UT Capitole. During the fourth semester, students have the opportunity to study at the University of Dundee, University of Stetson, University College Dublin, University of Galway or stay at UT Capitole.
Comparative Law : Reasoning in Common Law and Civil Law & Contract Law
Private International Law : Fundamental PIL & Advanced PIL
International Trade Law and Tariffs
European Union Law : Introduction to EU Law & Internal Market
IP/IT : Intellectual Property Law & Data Protection
French and European Culture and Civilization
Research Skills and AI
Intensive French or foreign language workshop (CRL) for French native speakers
Conferences on Legal Culture
ESL Professional Module on European and International Careers
1 specialisation of your choice
Business Lawyer track
Regulatory Compliance
Company Law
EU Careers track
Bilingual EU Legal Analysis - basics
EU External Relations
Competition Law
Arbitration & ADR
DSA/DMA
Unidroit & CISG
