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China University of Political Science and Law

Beijing, Beijing, China

Founded 1952

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China University of Political Science and Law (CUPL) is a key university directly under the Ministry of Education of China, a national "Double First-Class", "211 Project" university. Known as China’s top institution for legal education, it features law as

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China University of Political Science and Law

China

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

Master Law
Tuition €6,500 EUR 6500 per academic year (Equivalent to RMB 100000 for 2 academic years) • Fee description: Tuition fee for master degree program for two academic years; non‑refundable application fee RMB 600; mandatory medical insurance fee extra; accommodation cost is not included in tuition fee; fees subject to annual university revision
Duration Full‑time | 24 Months (2 academic years)
Language English

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. 

China University of Political Science and Law

China

Master of Laws in Comparative Law (English‑taught)

Master Law
Tuition €5,655 EUR 5655 per academic year (Equivalent to RMB 87000 for 2 academic years) • Fee description: Tuition fee for master degree program for two academic years; non‑refundable application fee RMB 600; mandatory medical insurance fee extra; accommodation cost is not included in tuition fee; fees subject to annual university revision
Duration Full‑time | 24 Months (2 academic years)
Language English

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.

China University of Political Science and Law

China

Master of Laws in International Law

Master Law
Tuition €5,655 EUR 5655 per academic year (Equivalent to RMB 87000 for 2 academic years) • Fee description: Tuition fee for master degree program for two academic years; non‑refundable application fee RMB 600; mandatory medical insurance fee extra; accommodation cost is not included in tuition fee; fees subject to annual university revision
Duration Full‑time | 24 Months (2 academic years)
Language English

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.

Location

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  • Country
    China
  • State / Region
    Beijing
  • City
    Beijing
  • Address
    No.25 Xitucheng Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100088, P.R.China
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