Program Overview

Introduction to Rechtsgeleerdheid

The Rechtsgeleerdheid program is a comprehensive study that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the law. This program is ideal for individuals who are curious about the workings of the law in society, enjoy analyzing complex issues, and are passionate about helping others with legal questions.

Program Overview

The Rechtsgeleerdheid program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the law and its applications. The program is divided into three years, each with its own unique focus and set of courses.

First Year

In the first year, students are introduced to the various fields of law, including private law, administrative law, and criminal law. They are also trained in the skills necessary to answer legal questions, such as researching and selecting legal literature, reading judicial decisions, and arguing.

• Leerlijn Professionele en Persoonlijke Identiteit
• Beginselen staatsrecht
• Inleiding in de rechtswetenschap
• Beginselen bestuursrecht
• Beginselen strafrecht
• Inleiding goederenrecht
• Personen- en familierecht
• Encyclopedie der rechtswetenschap I (academische kern)
• Inleiding verbintenissenrecht
• Juridische vaardigheden (academische kern)
• Beginselen Europees recht
• Rechtsgeschiedenis (academische kern)

Second Year

In the second year, students delve deeper into the law, building on the foundation established in the first year. They are introduced to new subjects, such as civil procedure law and social law, and continue to develop their skills through various courses.

• Contractenrecht
• Materieel strafrecht
• Goederenrecht
• Volkenrecht
• Burgerlijk procesrecht en Insolventieprocesrecht
• Fundamental Rights in Europe
• Vennootschaps- en rechtspersonenrecht
• Bestuursrecht
• Formeel strafrecht
• Arbeidsrecht

Third Year

In the third year, students have the opportunity to customize their study program by choosing from a range of elective courses. They can also participate in a minor program at the Faculty of Law or at another faculty or university, either in the Netherlands or abroad. In the second half of the year, students further develop their legal skills, including through the course Pleitoefening, where they simulate a case as a lawyer. The year culminates in the writing of a bachelor's thesis.

• Bachelorscriptie
• Pleitoefening
• Bachelorscriptie
• Law en Governance (Academische kern)
• Staatsrecht
• Encyclopedie der rechtswetenschap II
• Bachelorscriptie

Career Prospects

After completing the Rechtsgeleerdheid program, students can pursue a wide range of career opportunities, both within and outside the legal profession. Many students choose to continue their studies, while others enter the workforce directly, taking on roles such as policy officer at a government agency or legal advisor at a company.

Start Date

The start date of this program is September 1.