Program Overview

MA in International and European Law

The "Master's in International and European Law" is an innovative English-language distance learning program (online) offered by the University of Pécs, Faculty of Law. This program provides a comprehensive and practice-oriented approach.

Program Details

• Degree: Master's in International and European Law
• Duration of Training: 1.5 years (3 semesters)
• Language: English
• Intake: Fall
• Deadline of Application: 05/31/2026
• Next Starting Date: 09/01/2026
• Fees:
  • Tuition fee: EUR 1,500/sem
  • Application fee: EUR 100
  • Entrance exam fee: EUR 100
  • Registration fee: -

Description of the Program

The three-semester Masters is delivered exclusively through distance learning, combining asynchronous and synchronous elements. The predominantly asynchronous format provides students with the flexibility to study regardless of their geographical location and according to their schedule. Through digital educational platforms and interactive learning materials, students maintain continuous contact with instructors and peers while accessing up-to-date legal applications and theoretical questions. The synchronous consultation sessions allow students to consult with the lecturers and staff directly regarding any substantive or administrative questions. The curriculum incorporates foundational public law knowledge, international law expertise, European Union law expertise, and a thesis, resulting in a well-rounded professional education.

Application Procedure

For a successful application, please follow the steps below:

1. Register on the application site, fill out the application form, upload the necessary documents, and submit the application.
2. After submitting the application, information on further steps will be provided.
3. The application fee must be received to start the evaluation of the application. The document evaluation is based on a point system.
4. After the document evaluation, an invoice for the Entrance exam fee will be received.
5. An oral entrance interview (online) is scheduled with eligible applicants and carried out by a committee.
6. The admissions committee proposes, but the decision is made by the Head of the Programme within a maximum of two weeks from the date of the interview.
7. If the application is successful, an "Acceptable" offer will be received. If some documents are missing, a "Conditionally acceptable" offer will be received.
8. Upon receiving an "Acceptable" offer, the offer must be accepted in the online application system, and the tuition fee payment invoice will be issued.
9. The full tuition fee must be paid; paying in installments is impossible in the first semester.
10. Upon receiving the tuition fee payment, the Letter of Admission will be issued and sent to the applicant's email.

Application Requirements

• General Entry Requirements: For general entry and language requirements, please refer to the relevant page.
• Documents to be submitted:
  • A BA/BSc or an MA/MSc certificate and a certified translation into English in one of the following fields: Law, European Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Criminology, Sociology.
  • An official transcript of the results document and a certified English translation thereof.
  • Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+ or TOEFL (iBT internet-based): 72 points.
• Exemptions from English test results:
  • English is the native language.
  • Undergraduate studies were continued in English (official proof must be attached).
  • Graduate studies were continued in English (official proof must be attached).
• Application ranking: In a 100-point system according to the following criteria:
  • Learning outcomes: maximum 50 points.
  • Motivational interview: maximum 50 points.
  • Extra points: maximum 16 points.

Criteria for Ranking

• Learning outcomes: GPA of the applicant's last two years in the BA/BSc or an MA/MSc training.
• Motivational interview: Fluency, professional motivations, and goals.
• Extra points: Certified relevant professional experience, CEFR level C1 language exam certificate, scientific papers published in an international journal.

Examples of Subjects During the Studies

• 1st semester:
  • Public International Law
  • Public Law of the European Union
  • International Human Rights Law
  • Law of International Organisations
  • Multi-layered Constitutionalism and the Role of the States
• 2nd semester:
  • Law of Diplomatic and Consular Relations
  • Protection of Fundamental Rights in Europe: The Council of Europe and the EU
  • EU Internal Market Law
  • EU Justice and Home Affairs Law
• 3rd semester - compulsory elective courses:
  • International and EU Environmental Law
  • International Business Law
  • International and European Tax Law
  • European Union Criminal Law
• 3rd semester - freely elective courses:
  • Introduction to the Laws of War
  • International Police Cooperation
• 3rd semester:
  • Masters thesis