Law Programs

Master of Law

Master of Law is a full‑time English‑taught international master programme run by Law School, Liaoning University. This programme mainly covers Chinese civil and commercial law, international law, comparative law and legal theory research. The curriculum consists of legal theory lectures, case discussion, legal seminar and research practice. Supervisors offer full‑process guidance for international students on course study, legal topic research and master thesis writing. Students must finish all required course credits, participate in legal‑related research work, complete independent dissertation and pass thesis defence to get the official master degree certificate. Formal approval allows maximum study period up to 4 years. Graduates can work in law‑related institutions, international trade enterprises and legal‑service organizations. Overseas candidates satisfying admission criteria can apply for Chinese Government Scholarship and university scholarships.

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.

Master's Programme in Global Governance Law

WIPO‑Tongji Master of Intellectual Property Law

This LL.M program in Intellectual Property Law is a joint‑training initiative between Tongji University and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This English‑taught program is designed for international legal practitioners, policy‑makers and graduates who want to systematically study international intellectual‑property rules, Chinese intellectual‑property legislation and global intellectual‑property‑practice mechanisms. Core curriculum covers patent law, trademark law, copyright law, international intellectual‑property treaties, intellectual‑property transaction and licensing, intellectual‑property dispute resolution and technology‑innovation‑related legal governance. The teaching team consists of Tongji law‑school professors, WIPO senior experts and practicing intellectual‑property lawyers. The program adopts a flexible study pattern: students complete intensive course study in Shanghai for the first academic year, then conduct social‑practice research and thesis writing in home country or other locations, and return to Tongji University for thesis defense. Applicants shall be non‑Chinese citizens holding valid passports and hold a recognized bachelor’s degree in law or other disciplines; relevant intellectual‑property working background is preferred. Two academic recommendation letters, curriculum vitae and English‑written study plan are required for application. Admitted 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 intellectual‑property‑related legal practice, policy research, enterprise intellectual‑property management work in international intellectual‑property organizations, law firms, multinational enterprises and governmental regulatory authorities worldwide.