Are you interested in the Advanced Master International Civil and Commercial Law (LL.M.)?

Would you like to learn more about this international and practice-oriented programme at Leiden University? Then sign up for an Information and Q&A session.

6 November 2025, 13:00 – 14:00 – Online Information and Q&A session
5 February 2026, 13:00 – 14:00 – Online Information and Q&A session ((registration will open later this year)

About the session

During this online session, you will learn more about the Advanced Master International Civil and Commercial Law (LL.M.). Academic staff will share insights about the programme, the balance between theory and practice, and the international career opportunities available after graduation. The session concludes with a Q&A, where you can ask your questions directly.

About the master International Civil and Commercial Law

The Advanced Master in International Civil and Commercial Law (LL.M.) at Leiden University prepares students for international legal practice in business, trade, and arbitration. You will learn how to navigate the complex interaction between international, European, and national law in commercial transactions and dispute resolution.

The programme combines academic excellence with practical training, focusing on topics such as:

• International contract negotiation and drafting
• International arbitration and dispute resolution
• Corporate transactions and cross-border liability
• Private and commercial law in comparative perspective

Taught by professors and legal practitioners from both Civil Law and Common Law jurisdictions, this programme bridges legal theory with the realities of international commerce.

What makes the master International Civil and Commercial Law unique?

• Comprehensive approach: explores transnational, international, and comparative aspects of commercial law.
• Practical insights: courses feature real-life case studies and practical assignments taught by practising lawyers.
• Distinguished lecturers: learn from experts in academia and practice from around the world.
• Flexible structure: available as a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme.
• Excellent reputation: Leiden Law School ranks among the world’s top 25 in Law (QS Rankings).

Is the master International Civil and Commercial Law right for you?

Are you a law graduate or legal professional seeking to deepen your expertise in international private and commercial law? Do you want to develop the skills needed to handle cross-border transactions, arbitration, and complex business cases? Then this master’s programme is the perfect fit for you.

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