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Master's programme

Master's in Law and Economics of the Arab Region (LLM/MA) University of Hamburg

Duration
4 semesters
Language of instruction
English
Tuition fees
1,800 EUR
Fees may vary. Exemptions or additional costs may apply.
Next application deadline
30 June 2027 (winter semester)
Language level required
English: B2
German: None

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Programme overview

Quick facts

Degree
MA, LLM
Duration
4 semesters
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Intake
Winter semester
Joint degree / double degree programme
Yes
A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No

Language of instruction

English

Courses are held in English (100%).

Programme description

The programme provides students with necessary tools to explain the behaviour of legislators, prosecutors, judges, bureaucrats and other actors using the economic methodology. The model of rational choice, which underlies much of modern economics, has proven to be very useful for explaining (and predicting) how people act under various legal constraints. This positive analysis informs the normative branch of the discipline about possible outcomes. If effects of divergent legal rules and institutions are known, the normative analyst will be able to discern efficient rules from those that are inefficient and formulate reform proposals to increase the efficiency of the law. Hence Law & Economics can be considered a reliable tool to study and improve the quality of legal systems. The better understanding of the law from an economic point of view can be viewed as a necessity to support the ongoing structural reform process of the institutions in the Arab region.

Programme structure

Mode of study

  • Hybrid
    Phase of attendance: yes, compulsory
    Pace of course: instructor-led (specific due dates for lectures/assignments/exams)

In cooperation with

University of Cairo

International elements in the curriculum

The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:

  • Training in intercultural skills
  • Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
  • International guest lecturers
  • Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)

    Please learn more on the integrated study abroad units here: https://mlea-studies.org/application/timeline.

  • Specialist literature in other languages
  • Courses are led with foreign partners
  • International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
  • Content-related regional focus

The Master's in Law and Economics of the Arab Region (MLEA) is characterised not only by its international nature but also by its interdisciplinarity, which combines law, economics and other social sciences.

Application and admission

Application period(s)

Winter semester

Applicants from Applications begin Application deadline
All countries
1 January 2027
30 June 2027
Information on application periods

Academic admissions requirements

Individuals may be admitted to the degree programme who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree in law or economics or another comparable degree programme with 210 ECTS credits (e.g. political science, or social science).

If an applicant has at least 180 ECTS credits in an undergraduate programme, the admissions and examinations board may make an exception to admit the applicant to the degree programme, provided they have a level of qualification comparable to the prerequisites pursuant to Subsection 1 and are expected to successfully complete the course of study.

Learn more on the application process here:
https://mlea-studies.org/application.

Language requirements

Please check all requirements directly with the respective higher education institution. Exceptions may apply. See our website for further details.

German language requirements

German: None

English language requirements

English: B2

Accepted certificates include
Certificates Minimum result
IELTS Academic
Total: 6.5 / 9
TOEFL iBT (before 2026)
Total: 95 / 120
Reading: 13 / 30
Listening: 12 / 30
Writing: 21 / 30
Speaking: 18 / 30

How to apply?

Website

Please check this website.

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Costs and funding

Tuition fees per semester

Applicants from Tuition fee
All countries
1,800 EUR

Tuition fees may vary depending on the course of study or other factors (e.g. part-time/full-time, duration of study, ECTS, study abroad). For an exact breakdown of costs, please consult the programme website.

Tuition fee exemptions apply to

Students from partner institutions

More information on tuition fees

Semester contribution

In addition to the tuition fees, there is a semester fee (semester contribution) of approx. 334 EUR for the Hamburg semester. This fee includes a semester ticket covering public transport in the Hamburg metropolitan area.

Living & services

Support for international students

  • Welcome event
  • Accompanying programme
  • Visa matters
  • Pick-up service
  • Help with finding accommodation

Contact

Main contact

Faculty of Law

Name
Dr Nora El Bialy
Adresse
Alsterterrasse 1, 20354 Hamburg
E-Mail
E-mail

Additional contact

Name
Janina Satzer
E-Mail
E-mail

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