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International Master of Chinese Law (IMCL, English‑taught)

This full‑time English‑taught International Master of Chinese Law program is delivered by the China‑EU School of Law (CESL) at China University of Political Science and Law, the pre‑eminent legal education institution widely known as “the cradle of Chinese legal education”. The program is specially designed for international students who hold law‑related bachelor qualifications and intend to systematically study Chinese legal system under an all‑English teaching environment. The curriculum covers core sectors of Chinese law, including Chinese civil and commercial law, constitutional and administrative law, criminal law, procedural law, foreign‑related economic law, together with comparative law theories. Students will receive systematic training on Chinese legal framework, legislative background, judicial practice and legal research methodology. Apart from classroom lectures, the program arranges practical activities such as court observation, law firm visits, legal case seminars and internship referral opportunities in Beijing‑based legal institutions. The teaching team consists of senior CUPL professors with international academic background and distinguished visiting scholars from European partner universities. Students are required to complete no less than 26 academic credits and submit a 20000‑word English‑language master thesis and pass thesis defense to obtain the LL.M degree conferred by China University of Political Science and Law. Applicants shall be non‑Chinese citizens holding valid passports and hold a recognized bachelor’s degree in law or equivalent legal qualification. Two academic recommendation letters from professors or associate‑professors, curriculum vitae and English‑written study plan are required for application. Graduates are well‑qualified for professional positions in international law firms, corporate legal departments of multinational enterprises, international arbitration institutions, governmental foreign‑affairs legal agencies and legal research institutes across the world. 

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LLM in Chinese Law

The LLM in Chinese Law is a two‑year full‑time English‑taught master degree program offered by the Law School of Renmin University of China, one of China’s leading law education institutions. This program is specially built for international law graduates and legal practitioners who intend to systematically learn Chinese legal framework and regulatory practice. Course content includes Chinese constitutional law, civil and commercial law, criminal law, administrative law, intellectual‑property law, Chinese judicial system and comparative‑law subjects. Classes adopt case‑analysis, mock court simulation and academic seminar modes. Students can access abundant law‑library resources and attend regular academic forums hosted by the law school. Non‑native‑English applicants need to provide qualified TOEFL or IELTS language‑proficiency evidence. After finishing all course credits and passing the LLM thesis defence, candidates are awarded Chinese‑law LLM master degree.

LLM in Chinese Law

This full‑time English‑taught LLM in Chinese Law program is delivered by Law School of Beijing Normal University. This program is specially designed for international students who intend to systematically study Chinese legal system and rule‑of‑law‑construction practice. Its curriculum covers core modules including introduction to Chinese legal system, Chinese civil law, Chinese commercial law, Chinese constitutional‑administrative law, international‑law‑related practice and Chinese legal‑culture‑research. Teaching adopts theoretical lectures, legal‑case analysis seminars, mock‑court practice and legal‑practice‑guidance forms. The law school possesses rich legal‑research resources and invites domestic‑renowned law scholars and practical‑legal‑professionals to give lectures. Applicants are welcome from diverse academic backgrounds; law‑related bachelor‑degree background will be treated as advantageous condition. Students need to finish stipulated credit requirements, complete internship link and pass master‑thesis defence to obtain LLM degree. Graduates are able to engage in Sino‑foreign legal‑affair consultation, international‑business‑legal‑service, legal‑research‑work in law‑firms, multinational‑corporations and legal‑research‑institutions globally.

Master of International Law (English‑taught)

 This English‑medium Master of International Law program is delivered by the School of Law at UIBE, which enjoys high reputation in international economic law and international trade law research. The program commits itself to cultivating international legal talents familiar with international economic rules, WTO legal framework, cross‑border investment law and Chinese‑related legal practice. Core courses include WTO law, international investment law, international commercial arbitration, cross‑border trade law, comparative commercial law and China’s foreign‑related legal practice. Students will receive systematic professional legal training, take part in simulated international arbitration and legal case seminars. Applicants shall be non‑Chinese citizens holding valid passports and hold a recognized bachelor’s degree; applicants with law‑related academic background are preferred. Two academic recommendation letters, CV and English study plan are required for application. Admitted students must complete required course credits and pass master thesis defense to obtain the master degree. Graduates can work for international judicial organizations, cross‑border law firms, multinational enterprise legal departments and international economic‑cooperation institutions. 

Master of Laws in Chinese Law

This English‑taught LL.M program in Chinese Law is operated by Fudan University School of Law. The program aims to equip international students with systematic understanding of Chinese legal framework, legislative background and judicial practice. Core courses cover Chinese civil law, commercial law, constitutional and administrative law, criminal law, foreign‑related economic law, Chinese dispute resolution mechanism and comparative law. Students will join case seminars, court observation activities and legal research workshops. Faculty members include experienced law professors and practicing legal experts. Applicants shall be non‑Chinese citizens holding valid passports and hold a recognized bachelor’s degree; law‑related academic background is preferred. Two academic recommendation letters, curriculum vitae and English‑written study plan are required for application. Students must complete course credits and pass thesis defense to obtain LL.M degree. Graduates can engage in cross‑border legal practice, legal consulting and legal research work in international law firms, multinational enterprise legal departments and legal research institutions.

Master of Laws in Chinese Law

This English‑taught LL.M program in Chinese Law is operated by KoGuan Law School of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, a leading law school in China with outstanding performance in comparative law and foreign‑related legal research. The program is designed for international students who want to systematically master Chinese legal norms, legislative background and judicial practice. Core courses cover Chinese civil and commercial law, constitutional and administrative law, criminal law, foreign‑related economic law, Chinese dispute‑resolution mechanism and comparative law research. The teaching team includes law professors with rich international academic experience and practicing legal experts. Students can take part in case‑study seminars, court‑observation activities and legal‑research workshops. Applicants shall be non‑Chinese citizens holding valid passports and hold a recognized bachelor’s degree; law‑related academic background is preferred. Two academic recommendation letters, curriculum vitae and English‑written study plan are required for application. Students must complete required course credits and submit a qualified English‑language master thesis and pass thesis defense to obtain the LL.M degree. Graduates can engage in cross‑border legal practice, legal consulting and legal‑research work in international law firms, multinational enterprise legal departments and legal‑research institutions all over the world. 

Master of Laws in Comparative Law (English‑taught)

This English‑medium Master of Laws in Comparative Law program focuses on comparative legal research between Chinese legal system and major global legal systems, including civil‑law system, common‑law system and other regional legal regimes. Rooted in CUPL’s solid academic foundation in comparative law research, this program aims to cultivate international legal talents who are capable of conducting cross‑jurisdictional legal analysis, understanding legal culture differences and handling cross‑border legal affairs. Core curriculum modules include comparative constitutional law, comparative civil and commercial law, comparative criminal law, comparative procedural law, international comparative legal history, cross‑border human‑rights law and comparative legal methodology. The program adopts credit‑based teaching system, integrating theoretical lectures, comparative case workshops, academic seminars and research paper training. Students are guided to finish multiple research reports during their study period. Applicants shall be non‑Chinese citizens holding valid passports and hold a recognized bachelor’s degree; applicants with law‑related academic background are preferred. Two academic recommendation letters, curriculum vitae and English study plan are required during application. Admitted students must complete required course credits, finish academic research assignments and pass master thesis defense to obtain the LL.M degree. Graduates can engage in legal practice, legal research and legal consulting work for international organizations, cross‑border law firms, multinational corporate legal departments and comparative‑law research institutions worldwide.

Master of Laws in International Law

This English‑taught Master of Laws in International Law program concentrates on public international law, international economic law and international dispute‑settlement mechanisms. Benefiting from CUPL’s leading disciplinary strength in international law within China, this program equips international students with systematic theoretical knowledge and practical analytical capabilities for global legal affairs. Core courses cover public international law, international human‑rights law, international investment law, international trade law, WTO legal system, international commercial arbitration, international maritime law and China‑related international‑law practice. Teaching activities combine theoretical lectures, international dispute case analysis, simulated arbitration hearings and academic exchange workshops. Students are required to complete credit requirements, finish research reports and submit a qualified English‑language master thesis for defense. Applicants shall be non‑Chinese citizens holding valid passports and hold a recognized bachelor’s degree; law‑related background is preferred. Two academic recommendation letters, CV and English‑written study plan must be submitted for application. Graduates can pursue careers in international judicial and arbitration bodies, governmental foreign‑affairs legal departments, cross‑border law firms, multinational enterprise legal departments and international‑law research institutes all over the world.

Master's Program in Chinese Law

This two-year English-taught LLM program in Chinese Law is designed for international students with a bachelor’s degree in law or related legal background. It systematically introduces China’s legal system, including civil and commercial law, constitutional and administrative law, criminal law, dispute resolution mechanisms and Chinese legal practice. The program adopts seminar-style teaching, combining theoretical legal research, case studies of Chinese judicial practice, and lectures from senior judges, lawyers and legal scholars. Students develop professional competence in Chinese legal affairs, cross-border legal consulting and comparative law research, suitable for careers in international law firms, multinational corporate legal departments, diplomatic legal affairs departments and global legal research institutions.