German law for lawyers holding a foreign degree Magister Legum Second cycle at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz
- Degree type
- Master's Degree
- Subject
- Law
- Language
- German
- Duration
- 3 semesters (~1.5 years)
- Tuition fee
- No tuition fee
- German requirement
- C1
- Admission type
- Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Application method
- via uni-assist
- City
- Mainz
- Winter deadline
- 1 September
- Summer deadline
- 1 March
At a glance
- German: C1
- Admission: Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Tuition: No tuition fee
Overview
Designed for students drawn to Law, the German law for lawyers holding a foreign degree Magister Legum Second cycle at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz leads to a Master's Degree and is taught in German. The curriculum balances core fundamentals with specialised modules, giving graduates a competitive, globally relevant profile.
To be considered, applicants typically need German at C1 level. Admission to this program is restricted (numerus clausus). Applications are submitted via via uni-assist.
The program spans 3 semesters and charges no tuition fees (only a semester contribution may apply). Key application deadlines are 1 September for the winter intake and 1 March for the summer intake.
Requires a law degree obtained outside Germany recognized by the university. German language proficiency at DSH II level or equivalent is mandatory. The program lasts slightly over two semesters and includes a master's thesis and oral examination.
Requirements can change, so always verify the latest details on the official program page before applying.
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