The one year LLM programme in International Commercial Law covers specialization in (international) commercial law, especially with regard to contracts and subjects of contracts, as well as the solving of (commercial) disputes when needed.
Official detailed information on the programme can be found here.
This is a selective LLM, see Faculty pages here for further details.
The LLM International Commercial Law is registered under the LLM CROHO label International Commercial Law (60603).
| Semesters | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoursesCourse Catalog > | 1a | 1b | 2a | 2b |
| Comparative Property Law (6 EC) | ||||
| International Contracts Law (6 EC) | ||||
| Seminar Contracts Law (6 EC) | ||||
| Comparative Private International Law (6 EC) | ||||
| International Commercial Dispute Settlement Law (6 EC) | ||||
| Comparative Tort Law (6 EC) | ||||
| Law in Practice (6 EC) | ||||
| Master's thesis (12 EC) | ||||
| Cross-border Commercial Transactions (6 EC) | ||||
Students will have to participate in six compulsory courses, a compulsory seminar, and a compulsory law in practice module for this programme. Like all masters, this programme is also concluded by writing a Master's thesis, worth 12 ECTS.
More information about studying abroad within this programme can be found on www.rug.nl/law/lep.
| Study programme | Organization | Transition |
|---|---|---|
| International and European Law | University of Groningen | No additional requirements |
| Specific requirements | More information |
|---|---|
| previous education |
LLB or equivalent |
| knowledge minimum |
basic knowledge of private law and elementary knowledge of European Law and public international law |
| grade average |
On top of providing the Admissions Board with transcripts and diplomas, students should have an equivalent minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 7/10 (Dutch grading scale). |
| language test |
For more details about language requirements please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
| reference letter |
For further details about letter of reference please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
| (motivation-) letter |
For more details about motivation letter please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
| other admission requirements |
Curriculum vitae. For further information please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
This is a selective LLM, see Faculty pages for further details: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/admission-requirements
| Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch students | 01 May 2025 | 01 September 2025 |
| EU/EEA students | 01 May 2025 | 01 September 2025 |
| non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2025 | 01 September 2025 |
| Specific requirements | More information |
|---|---|
| previous education |
LLB or equivalent |
| knowledge minimum |
basic knowledge of private law and elementary knowledge of European Law and public international law |
| grade average |
On top of providing the Admissions Board with transcripts and diplomas, students should have an equivalent minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 7/10 (Dutch grading scale). |
| language test |
For more details about language requirements please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
| reference letter |
For further details about letter of reference please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
| (motivation-) letter |
For more details about motivation letter please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
| other admission requirements |
Curriculum vitae. For further information please check: https://bit.ly/2Ho7gkM |
This is a selective LLM, see Faculty pages for further details: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/admission-requirements
| Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch students | 01 May 2025 | 01 September 2025 |
| EU/EEA students | 01 May 2025 | 01 September 2025 |
| non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2025 | 01 September 2025 |
| Nationality | Year | Fee | Programme form |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU/EEA | 2024-2025 | € 2530 | full-time |
| non-EU/EEA | 2024-2025 | € 20800 | full-time |
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International Commercial Law
I consider that the high quality education of the University of Groningen has helped me not only to expand my knowledge but also to develop several skills useful for the field of researching and the analysis of cases.
When I was searching for a master, I wanted to find a programme in English specialized in Private Law that could give me an international perspective of this area. I decided to study the LLM in International and Comparative Private Law since I consider that the courses covered by this master are interesting and well structured . In addition, this university was highly recommended by a Peruvian friend who lives in the Netherlands .
I consider that the high quality education of the University of Groningen has helped me not only to expand my knowledge but also to develop several skills useful for the field of researching and the analysis of cases. Furthermore, studying in this university has given me the opportunity to meet international students which whom I had combined personal, professional and academic experiences that have had a positive effect not only in my education but also in my personal formation.
It is important to highlight that the University of Groningen has all the facilities required to study in a suitable and pleasant environment, such as internet and library services, among others which are not without relevance for the students to achieve all the challenges which imply studying in this university .
If you come across questions with regard to your programme, study progress, your way of studying, personal circumstances, etc., you can go to the International Office for guidance. All discussed in these conversations is treated confidentially.
