Applications for a.y. 2024/2025 are now open.
Jointly organised by the School of Law and the School of Government, the Master of Law (LL.M) in European Law and Policies (MELP) is an advanced specialised program that prepares students to become law and policy specialists.
You will gain expertise both in EU institutional and substantive law and in the operation of the policy process in practice.
As to partecipate to the admission procedure, candidates need to satisfy the requirements as provided by the Competition Notice for the Master (Bando):
Law students will gain an understanding of policy making, which is essential for grasping how the EU’s legal framework operates, while political science and other social science students will acquire an understanding of the legal structure within which policy decisions are taken.
Provided that students with legal background complete a set of course requirements, they will be awarded the final title with the mention of Master of Law (LL.M) in European Law and Policies.
The academic program is structured into three main components:
-
Core Courses: These courses address the foundational aspects of the EU’s legal framework and key policies, including the development of European integration, the internal effect of EU law, judicial proceedings before national and EU courts, regulation and policymaking, competition, the internal market, economic governance, and external action.
-
Specialized Options: Students can choose from a range of specialized courses in both law and policy, focusing on critical areas of the EU.
-
Professional Development and Training: This component includes practical labs and clinics designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for their professional growth and career advancement.
The program is primarily scheduled during the latter part of the working week and weekends to accommodate students balancing work and study commitments.