Program Overview

Introduction to the Albrecht Mendelssohn Bartholdy Graduate School of Law

The Albrecht Mendelssohn Bartholdy Graduate School of Law offers a structured doctoral program in all areas of law, including its foundations. It promotes a fundamental, internationally oriented, interdisciplinary research approach. Doctoral students complete a three-year program, culminating in a law dissertation to earn a Dr. iur. or Ph.D.

Program Details

• The program is designed to provide a comprehensive education in law, with a focus on international standards and interdisciplinary research.
• The program duration is typically three years, during which students work on their dissertation under the guidance of experienced faculty members.
• The school awards scholarships for the duration of the program, providing financial support to doctoral students.

Admission Criteria

• Applicants must have a strong academic background in law or a related field.
• International applicants who have not lived in Germany for at least 15 months prior to their application may be eligible for funding through the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Graduate School Scholarship Program (GSSP).

Application Process

• The application period for the winter semester 2026/27 begins on November 15, 2025, and ends on February 15, 2026.
• Applicants must submit their applications through the school's website, including all required documents and information.

Research Areas

• The school focuses on various research areas, including but not limited to:
  • International law
  • European law
  • Comparative law
  • Legal theory and philosophy
  • Interdisciplinary approaches to law

Additional Information

• The school provides academic coaching for its members, supporting their research and academic development.
• The school hosts regular forums and events, featuring guest speakers and discussions on current topics in law and research.
• The school is committed to fostering a community of scholars, promoting collaboration and exchange among its members.