Postgraduate Degree Programs

The ELGU taught postgraduate degrees that focus on legal and governance studies and enable students to specialize in EU law or governance issues. A further specialization under each degree program allows students to gain expertise on the banking system in the EU, EU governance, and much more.

The Postgraduate degrees of the ELGU are one-year taught degree programs followed by one semester of independent research with a thesis requirement, earning a total of 90 ECTS credits. Courses are led by key theorists and practitioners in their fields, and delivered through classic lectures and interactive tutorials. Some courses will also integrate other teaching methodologies where appropriate, such as moot courts, site visits to various public and private offices, as well as group presentations. Students must successfully complete 6 compulsory modules and 2 optional modules, followed by a 15,000-word thesis.

The ELGU offers the following options within the postgraduate level of study:

To find out more about these programs, and to apply, please visit the ELGU website

LLM in AI, Ethics, Regulation & Innovation

A prestigious one-year postgraduate program designed to address the increasing need for interdisciplinary knowledge at the intersection of law, digital innovation, and emerging technologies. It prepares professionals to navigate the legal, ethical, and regulatory challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

This program offers a unique interdisciplinary curriculum that integrates Law, Technology, and Policy in a practice-oriented approach. It is suitable for students from both legal and technical backgrounds, with tailored bridging modules to ensure accessibility and depth for all participants. Find out more

LLM in EU Law (Athens and Rome)

This one-year taught degree program is offered both in Rome and Athens campuses and offers students an in-depth look at key issues of European Union law, and enables students to choose from a variety of elective courses addressing the most pressing themes being discussed throughout Europe. Find out more. 

LLM in International Trade and Investment Law (Rome)

The Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Trade and Investment Law is a one-year degree program. The carefully designed curriculum focuses on the core pillars of Trade and Investment, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the current trade and investment law system underpinnings, as well as how global economic law and policy is shaped by the currently changing geopolitical landscape. By combining rigorous academic theory with practical application, graduates leave equipped with advanced international legal knowledge and with the practical tools to succeed in careers in international trade and investment law and policymaking.  Find out more.

LLM in International Organizations  (Cascais Campus)

The LL.M. in International Organizations is offered exclusively at the ELGU campus in Cascais, Portugal and is designed for individuals who aspire to shape the future of global governance through a deep understanding of the legal frameworks that underpin international organizations. Whether you are a recent law, international relations, or political science graduate, a legal professional, a policy maker, an academic, a researcher, or a professional working in an international environment, this program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complex legal landscape of international institutions such as the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, and the European Union. Find out more.

MA in Governance (Athens and Rome)

This one-year taught degree program is offered both in Rome and Athens campuses and offers students an in-depth look at key issues of Governance, and enables students to choose from a variety of elective courses addressing the most pressing themes being discussed throughout Europe. Find out more. 

MA in Global Rule of Law and Democracy (Cascais Campus)

This 1-year degree program is offered exclusively at the ELGU campus in Cascais, Portugal under the auspices and guidance of the EPLO GLOBAL RULE OF LAW COMMISSION. The Global Rule of Law and Democracy Master offers specialized courses that sharpen the comparative approach, initiated from a national–constitutional perspective and leading to the international level. Find out more.

Master of Studies (Mst)

The Master of Studies is a 1-year degree program which enables students to conduct independent research in the fields of Legal Research, Governance Studies, or on an interdisciplinary topic. Find out more.