LLM Master of European Technology Law Osnabrück University

Welcome to the Master of European Technology Law!

AI, Autonomous Robots, AR, Big Data, Digital Twins, and the Internet of Things challenge the legal system just as much as the legal system influences how innovative ideas must be designed, tested, and launched to succeed in the market. Understanding both legal and technological terminology and concepts is key to turning technical innovation into reality. That’s why we have created an interdisciplinary Master's programme combining methods and content from law and technology. The programme includes research-oriented theory and practical projects to develop future skills.

• Key areas: Our fields of technology cover Smart Factories, Platform Business Models, Logistics, Smart Farming and Smart Cities.
• Open-minded: We don't teach national law. All courses are focused on the European Digital Single Market.
• Interdisciplinary: Staff and students are mixed groups of lawyers and data professionals. Industry-based workshops enhance the practical application and value.
• Small learning group: The programme admits a maximum of 25 students.
• Adapted to your needs: The programme includes a thorough alignment phase dependent on the respective background.
• Condensed: Based on a condensed schedule (Thursdays and Fridays), the programme can be combined with your current career.
• Flexibility: We want to see you on campus! But we offer hybrid formats for those days (up to four) when a class does not fit your schedule.
• Multifaceted: Combine the Master of European Technology Law with a PhD. This might be possible for applicants who have completed at least a Bachelor's in law that lasted a minimum of eight semesters and focused on at least two of the following areas: private law, public law and criminal law.
• Career prospects: The Master of European Technology Law prepares graduates for careers in international law firms, as in-house lawyers, in IP and IT departments as well as in technology industries.

The Master's programme consists of six modules

Modules 1 through 3 will be offered each winter semester, and modules 4 through 6 will be offered each summer semester. The Master's thesis is planned for the third semester, but may be started immediately after the second semester classes end (summer break).

Introduction and Approximation Phase (Module 1)

For Lawyers:

• Introduction to Data Science
• Introduction to Logical Thinking
• Coding in Practice: Introduction to Programming

For Data Scientists and Engineers:

• Introduction to German Law
• Introduction to Law & Regulation
• Law in Practice: Interpretation & Application

Introduction Law and Technology (Module 2)

• Law & Technology
• Union Law in the Multilevel System

Compliance by Design and Contract Drafting (Module 3)

• Contract Law: Basic Rules and Drafting Techniques
• Compliance by Design / Digital Twins

Technology Law (Module 4)

• Artificial Intelligence & Liability
• IP in the Innovation Cycle

Data Economy Law (Module 5)

• Introduction to Data Law
• Data Protection
• Cyber Security
• Data Governance & AI

Fields of Technology (Module 6) (Please Choose One)

Elective 1: Platforms – Digital Infrastructures for the Exchange of Products and Services

• E-Commerce
• Platform Regulation
• Industry Workshop Platforms as Business Model

Elective 2: Smart Factory – Production Based on Intelligent Assistant Systems and Robotics

• Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) & Predictive Maintenance
• European Patent Law or European Copyright Law
• Industry Workshop Robotics & Automatisation

Elective 3: Logistics – AR & VR in Planning, Consignment and Transport

• Augmented & Virtual Reality
• Supply Chain & Climate
• Industry Workshop Supply Chain Management

Elective 4: Smart Cities – Digital Transformation and Optimisation of Use of Resources

• Ethics of AI or Fundamental Rights
• Smart Cities
• Workshop in Cooperation with the "Smart City" Osnabrück

Elective 5: Smart Farming – Data Driven Optimisation of Input and Output in Agricultural Production

• Autonomous Systems
• European Patent Law or European Copyright Law
• Industry Workshop Smart Farming

Applicants with international degrees (application via uni-assist): 15 June

Applicants with a degree from a German university and/or a German citizenship (application via Osnabrück University): 15 July

A qualified Bachelor's or Master's degree is required. Examples of such degree programmes include law, (business) informatics, cognitive science, (computer) linguistics, mathematics, or engineering. Participants with foreign (law) degrees (EU or non-EU) are particularly welcome.

In addition, a good knowledge of English must be demonstrated. Please consult our webpage for more specific information on the programme, including the regulations that govern access, admissions, examinations, and the structure of the programme.

NOTE: If you are applying from outside the EU, please see our uni-assist page for more information.

Each semester, students are required to pay approx. 350 EUR as a semester fee (including free use of regional public transport services).

In order to cover personal expenses during the study programme, we recommend that students budget at least 860 EUR per month for accommodation, living, health insurance, books, and miscellaneous expenses.

Students who have completed their Bachelor's studies may be employed as student assistants.

The international office has staff dedicated to supporting students in their final phase of studies with regard to job finding, etc.

The accommodation office of the student services ("Studentenwerk") offers modern single rooms in dormitories and helps students find private rooms and flats. The rooms must be rented for at least half a year. The cost of a single room in a student dormitory is approx. 180 to 350 EUR per month.