Master in Transborder Commercial Law - Riga Graduate School of law
The programme is designed to focus on practical aspects of transborder trade within the European Union and on international conditions framing European Union trade. It is designed to meet the needs of lawyers working in the private sector.
As a centre of excellence, RGSL is an independent institution within the University of Latvia and teaching is conducted exclusively in English. RGSL boasts an international student body, from the various European Union member and non-member states, the Balkans, CIS states, and the Americas. The international aspect of student life is a core element of RGSL development and diversity.
Riga Graduate School of Law (RGSL) offers legal education at an advanced level. The teaching methodology is research-based and extends beyond the field of law itself, offering access to related fields such as economics, business, and policy.
The RGSL Law Faculty is an important part of RGSL’s standing as a reputable institute of higher learning. The resident members of faculty offer in-depth knowledge in their respective fields of competence. Visiting professors from internationally recognised universities and organisations conduct much of the teaching. Leading practitioners from institutions such as the European Court of Justice and the EU Trade Marks and Designs Office appear as guest speakers on courses. In addition, the library facilities at RGSL are recognised as representing the very top level of law libraries.
Location: Riga
Single Diploma
Language: English
Duration: 1 year (60 ECTS)
Price/Fee: 1 year – 5500 EUR.
Scholarships: Yes, they are provided. The scholarships are the same for every LL.M offered by RGSL. See the information about them at the International Law LL.M description.
Accommodation:
The RGSL does not have its own dormitory; however accommodation can be arranged at partner institution dormitories. All students admitted to the programme will receive information about housing opportunities in Riga. In most cases students from other countries prefer to rent apartments together in groups of two or three.
The admission process and requirements as well as necessary docs are the same as for one year LLM in International and European Union Law (see the information provided there).
Courses:
- Mandatory courses:
1. Introductory course + Legal Research
2. Private International Law and International Civil Procedure
3. International Sales Law
4. Comparative Contract and Commercial Law
5. European Company Law
6. Trade aspects of Intellectual Property Rights
7. Alternative Dispute Resolution
8. Master Thesis 20 Latvian credits (30 ECTS)
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- + 2 elective courses (any of 13 courses offered in EU Law & Policy, Public International Law and Human Rights, International and European Law programmes) = (42 Latvian credits – 63 ECTS)
Career perspectives:
The programme is designed to focus on practical aspects of transborder trade within the European Union and on international conditions framing European Union trade. It is designed to meet the needs of lawyers working in the private sector.
Contact:
Tel. +371 67039206
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