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LLB Deutsch-Französisches Recht (German-French Law) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Integrated German-French law degree leading to an international double degree and expertise in both German and French law.

Faculty: Fachbereich 03 - Rechts- und Wirtschaftswissenschaften  |  Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German, French-taught; Single-subject bachelor)  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

Years 1-2: basic lectures in German law (civil, public and criminal law), case-work methodology, introduction to French law, French legal methodology, a study trip to partner universities and an internship in France; year 3 continues with specialised content.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Restricted admission (Numerus clausus) (in the 1st subject semester). Similar prerequisites as law studies: interest in texts, language and argumentation and in social, political and economic topics. French at level B1 of the Common European Framework or five school years of French. German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early June to 15 July; summer semester: early December to 15 January.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)

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