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Advanced Studies in Law and Finance

Master

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The Law & Finance (Advanced LL.M.) Programme will change its name to 'International Financial Law (Advanced LL.M.)' as of 1 September 2025.

How and why are international financial markets regulated? What does it take to steer capital flows toward sustainable development goals? Should financial regulation adapt to cryptocurrencies and increasing digitalisation? How do banks structure and document international financial transactions?

Consider how finance and investment must contribute to a sustainable future. Then you’ll realise that trust in national and international financial markets is crucial. That’s why trading venues and financial institutions such as banks, asset managers and market intermediaries are heavily regulated. This results in a growing need for legal specialists with insight into the economics behind financial transactions, and financial professionals seeking deeper knowledge of financial regulation. In the Law & Finance programme, you will be uniquely trained to operate at the intersection of law and finance in today’s digitalised global landscape.

Are you intrigued by the complex, international and multidisciplinary challenges facing the financial sector? Do you want to approach these from both legal and economic perspectives, with a strong focus on sustainability and ethics? Then this may be the programme for you.

Language

English

Title

Master of Laws

Duration

1 year

ECTS credits

Information not available

Accreditation

NVAO

Tuition fee 2025/2026

€ 2,601

€ 21,600


Admission

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Application requirements

A full degree in law offering access to legal practice in the country where it was obtained, or an equivalent degree from a recognised university/law school; or a degree at an equivalent level in a relevant discipline with a sufficient background in law.

A keen interest in the financial sector, illustrated by way of a letter of motivation.

Documented evidence of relevant (work) experience, i.e. employment or internship at a law firm, or voluntary work, illustrated by way of a detailed curriculum vitae.

Language requirements

C2
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
7
IELTS overall band
100
TOEFL internet based

Check when you can start and what you have to pay!

Tuition fees  
€ 2,601
€ 21,600
Information not available
Start date App. deadline EU/EEA App. deadline Non-EU/EEA
1 Sep '25 15 May '25 1 Apr '25

Scholarships

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StuNed - Master

StuNed Scholarships for master studies, short courses and customised training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least 2 years' work experience in a development-related organisation.

StuNed Scholarship Programme

StuNed Scholarships for master studies, short courses and customised training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least 2 years' work experience in a development-related organisation.

Contact

Leiden University

Main address
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2311 EZ Leiden
071 - 5271111

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