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    Where do law studies lead?

    Through the Erasmus+ program, you can study at one of our European partner universities and learn about other legal systems.

    Through our selected partner universities, you also have the opportunity to have coursework completed abroad recognized as a major, to earn an LL.M., and to obtain multiple degrees through the integrated German-French degree program.

    Recognition of courses taken abroad as part of a concentration is possible at our partner universities in Glasgow, Trento, Valencia, and Dijon. In Glasgow and Dijon, you can also combine the concentration with an LL.M. degree.

    In addition, our partner universities outside Europe— Dankook University in Seoul and Nihon University in Tokyo—are open to you. As part of the Magister iuris program, a study abroad semester at the Universidad de La Frontera in Chile is also possible.

    Regardless of the path you choose, the following applies:

    Studying abroad will enrich your program of study in terms of academic, linguistic, and personal development.

    Through ERASMUS+, students at JGU Mainz have the opportunity to spend one or two semesters at a European partner university.

    Your Benefits

    • Exemption from tuition fees at the host university
    • Financial grant in the form of a monthly fellowship (depending on the destination country)
    • Supervision Before and During Your Stay Abroad
    • Simplified Enrollment at the Partner University

    Partner Universities

    Law students in Mainz can choose from more than 30 universities in more than 10 EU countries. Places are awarded through a selection procedure.

    The Jura International Office can assist you with planning, submitting an application for recognition of your credits, and obtaining recognition of your credits.

    As part of its “specialization” programs, the JGU School of Law offers students the opportunity to complete part of their program of study abroad. You can choose from four areas of specialization:

    • French law
    • Common Law / Scottish Law
    • Italian Law
    • Spanish Law

    These programs allow you to gain in-depth knowledge of a foreign legal system while studying at an international partner university.

    Want to experience law on an international level and enhance your professional profile? The LL.M. from the University of Glasgow offers you exactly this opportunity:

    • Common Law and Scots Law Up Close: Dive into the British legal system and expand your legal knowledge.
    • Practical Experience and Networking: Seminars, moot courts, and students from around the world provide you with the best possible preparation for an international career.
    • Boost Your Career Prospects: International experience opens doors at law firms, companies, and organizations worldwide.

    You can choose one of the following programs:

    • Corporate and Financial Law
    • Intellectual Property & the Digital Economy
    • International Commercial Law
    • International Competition Law and Policy
    • International Law
    • International Law & Security
    • International Economic Law

    Students who have completed the “Große Praxisklassen” and wish to supplement their program of study with an international master’s program.

    Applications are processed through the Law School’s International Office at the University of Mainz.

    After being nominated by JGU, you must submit an application to the University of Göttingen on your own.

    This application process follows this outline.

    Get information about deadlines and required documents well in advance. Please log in using the online form.

    Prerequisites are participation in the CLRP or the Comparative Law workshop and the intensive course “Introduction to Common and Scots Law” during the summer semester

    Preparation begins in Mainz:
    Specialization in German law, introduction to comparative law, preparation for the study abroad program (intensive course on Common Law and Scots Law)

    Two semesters in Glasgow:
    Specialization in common law. You’ll choose modules such as International Commercial Law, Human Rights Law, or Comparative Law and tailor your program of study to your interests.

    In the end: The master’s degree in law (LL.M.) from the University of Glasgow

    There is a tuition fee for the LL.M. degree program. Thanks to its partnership with the University of Glasgow, JGU offers a 40% discount on the tuition fee.

    In addition, the University of Guelph offers personalized payment plans.

    The current program of study and examination regulations, including information on recognition as a major, can be found here.

    Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, in cooperation with the Université Bourgogne Europe in Dijon.

    Consecutive Bachelor’s-Master’s degree program (5 years) taken in parallel (or in combination) with the state examination

    • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
    • Master’s Degree 1 (Dijon)
    • Master’s degree (Dijon)
    • Master of Laws (LL.M.)
    • First State Examination in Law
    • Application: Applications are submitted online. We recommend applying for the Bachelor’s program in “German and French Law” and, at the same time, applying for the “Law” degree program to increase your chances of admission to the first academic semester. Starting in the second academic semester, both degree programs are non-selective, so you can easily choose the other degree program as well.
    • Deadlines: For the first academic semester, July 15 for the winter semester and January 15 for the summer semester; for advanced semesters , September 1 for the winter semester and March 1 for the summer semester.
    • Advising: Feel free to seek advising from the Jura France Office before submitting your application.

    DFH Fellowship: The bachelor’s/master’s degree program is funded by the Franco-German University (DFH). To be eligible for this grant, you must be enrolled at the Franco-German University (DFH). Enrollment at the DFH takes place only after you have been admitted to the bachelor’s program at JGU Mainz.

    Other funding opportunities:

    Erasmus+ Fellowship: You can apply for an Erasmus+ fellowship for all study periods in other European countries. You can submit an application for the Erasmus+ fellowship only after being nominated by the Jura International Office (approx. 5 academic semesters). For more information, see here: Erasmus+ Program of Study: Information and Application | JGU International

    Peregrinus Foundation: Peregrinus Foundation | Chair in Criminal Law and Criminal Procedural Law

    A warm welcome to JGU, and especially to the Faculty of Law!

    As an Erasmus or exchange student you can expect a diverse range of courses offered with courses taught in English and German, a vibrant campus, and plenty of opportunities to connect with students from all over the world.

    • You will receive a “JGU account,” through which all communication will take place
    • After enrollment, you will receive access to “Jogustine,” JGU’s central website, where you can, for example, complete examination registration or view your grades
    • That’s where you’ll put together your course schedule
    • If you have any questions regarding course selection, please contact Mr. Mayer

    We wish you a great start and an unforgettable time!

    Your Jura Team at the International Office

    The Magister Legum (LL.M.) program is designed for lawyers with foreign degrees.

    The application requirements are recognition of the foreign degree and sufficient knowledge of German (DSH-2 or equivalent). The program of study can be started in either the summer or winter semester. The process of recognition and the issuance of the language certificate take some time.

    Please also take a look at our informational materials.

    • Students have considerable freedom to choose their courses and can specialize in specific areas of law (e.g., labor law, European law, media law, or tax law).
    • In the first semester, students must enroll in courses totaling at least 10 weekly hours; in the second semester, at least 8 weekly hours; and must take the corresponding examinations.
    • In the second semester, students write a master’s thesis under the supervision of a professor from the faculty (duration: four months). The thesis is concluded with an oral defense.

    In the online course catalog JOGU-StINe you can find all law courses at:
    Course Catalog → [current semester] → Faculty 03: Law, Business and Economics → Law

    Of particular interest to exchange students:

    • Lectures in required courses: Introduction to Private Law, Criminal Law, Public Law, and foundational courses (e.g., History of Law).
    • Foreign Languages / Key Competencies: English-language courses and the Comparative Law workshop—ideal for Erasmus students.

    When choosing your courses, it’s not just the subject matter that matters, but also the type of course. In a German law program, there are various types of courses that differ in structure, objectives, and examination format.

    In lectures, a lecturer usually explains the material to a large group.

    Study groups complement lectures and offer the opportunity to discuss case studies and ask questions in smaller groups. They are particularly helpful for interacting with German students. Please let us know which study group best fits your class schedule. We will then perform registration for it.

    Tutorials are designed to help international students, in particular, get started and understand the lectures. They are optional but highly recommended. No European Credit Transfer System credits or SWS can be earned for tutorials.

    A special program for ERASMUS+, LL.M., and cooperation students. In mixed-nationality groups, students explore and present legal topics from two national perspectives. The course concludes with a presentation. Students may optionally submit a term paper to earn additional ECTS credits.

    Very challenging courses for advanced students designed to prepare them for the state examination. Enrollment is recommended only for students with a very good command of German. Both courses are very time-consuming and require a comprehensive term paper at the end of the semester.

    Most events are held in German. However, there are also English-language courses, and many exchange students attend only those.


    Please note: If you are taking only English-language courses, you must take at least one German language course .


    You can also find additional English-language courses under GIS – General Studies (GIS special courses).

    At the end of your stay, you will receive a transcript of records listing all the examinations you have passed and the ECTS credits you have earned.

    Please contact us. We will then send you the ToRs as a PDF file.