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Master/LL.M. Cross-border Disputes

International double degree Master/LL.M. Cross-border Disputes
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EUROPEAN SCHOOL OF LAW

Applications and registrations :
Office : AR 334 (Arsenal building)
Mail : esl-admission@ut-capitole.fr
Phone : 05 61 63 39 26
Master courses administration :
Office : AR 334 (Arsenal building)
Mail : esl-masters@ut-capitole.fr
Phone : 05 61 63 39 26

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Details

General information

Duration
  • 2 years
Places
Toulouse Capitole University, International
Teaching languages
Taught entirely in a foreign language
Available to
  • Initial course
  • Resumption of training

Partnership

Fees

€4,500 per year

Introduction

This course is a re-shaped version of previous Master CEPIL, and is a 2 year program entirely taught in English.

This program covers the principles of European private international law: conflict of laws in cross-border cases, international jurisdictions, litigation rules and arbitration, with a view to providing students with the necessary tools to take up positions as lawyers in international and European law firms.

This type of program is a rare opportunity in France to provide the cross-disciplinary skills needed for the internationalization and Europeanisation of business and private law regulations.

Objectives

Semesters 1 and 2 aim at giving students a thorough knowledge of the private and public aspects of international and European legal issues.
The programme offers a comparative perspective, focuses on methodology with a view to providing the students with the tools needed to hold positions as lawyers in an international and European context.

Semester 3 and 4 aim at giving students a high level of proficiency in Private International Law.

Specificities

There are 2 tracks for semester 4:
- Local track (Université Toulouse Capitole)
- International Mobility track (Universiy of Dundee - 20 seats)

Students who opt for International Mobility will thus obtain both a French Master's diploma and the LL.M. (Latin Legum Magister) under two cumulative conditions: the validation of semester 3 in Toulouse and the mandatory semester 4 in Dundee. The LLM certificate is awarded during a graduation ceremony at the University of Dundee.
Students who opt for Local track will obtain the French Master's diploma only.

Places

Toulouse Capitole University, International

Institution

Person in charge of the academic program

Mrs Macovei is responsible for Year 1

Mrs Gallant is responsible for Year 2

Partnership

In agreement with

Admission

Prerequisite

Prerequisites for enrolment

Bac + 3, Bac + 4

Application

Conditions of applications

Registrations for this course will open in December 2025.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to browse our website and read our frequently asked questions.

Conditions of specific applications

Depending on your country of residence and the held diplomas, you may have to comply with additional procedures regarding your visa application.

Conditions of admission / Conditions of successful application

Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.

Required diplomas:
- hold a Law degree obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 180 ECTS, i.e. Bachelor's degree, Licence or equivalent
- Qualifications in other disciplines worth 180 ECTS minimum OR have significant professional experience in the field of the LL.M.'s  programme applied for.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum B2, C1 for a mobility to Dundee)

Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.

Required diplomas:
- Successful completion of the 1st year of a Master’s degree in Law obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 240 ECTS.
- Qualifications in other disciplines equivalent to 240 ECTS OR significant professional experience in some of the subjects taught on the course may also be considered.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum C1)

Academics:
- A solid grounding in the fundamental areas of public and private law.
- Have an excellent academic record and an awareness of international and/or European issues

Skills:
- Ability to express yourself clearly orally and in writing in academic and legal English.
- Ability to work both in groups and individually.
- Ability to work independently and use legal documentation.
- Ability to use complex legal reasoning and a wide range of sources and knowledge.

Experience (non-cumulative conditions):
- Evidence of voluntary or community work experience and/or
- International experience (travel, study, training) and/or
- Experience in legal practice (internship, moot court, etc.)

Communication skills:
- Ability to write essays and dissertations in English
- Ability to read extensive or complex texts in English
- Ability to speak English fluently (presentations, seminar discussions, class participation)

Project motivation and coherence:
Alignment of the degree with the applicant's career goals and/or plans for personal and professional development.

Program

The first three semesters are spent at UT Capitole. During the fourth semester, students have the opportunity to study at the University of Dundee or stay at UT Capitole.
 

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

European & Comparative Law

12

72

18

Matière

Introduction to EU Law

4

24

6

Matière

European Fundamental rights

4

24

6

Matière

Introduction to Legal Systems

4

24

6

UE

International Law

12

72

18

Matière

Public international Law

4

24

6

Matière

Private International Law

4

24

6

Matière

International Criminal Law

4

24

6

UE

Legal Culture

3

15

30

Matière

Conferences on Legal Culture

0

-

30

Matière

French and European Culture and Civilization

3

15

-

UE

Skills

3

12

6

Matière

Legal Research Methodology

0

-

6

Matière

Language: Intensive English or French

3

12

-

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

EU Substantive Law

12

72

18

Matière

Internal Market

4

24

6

Matière

Competition Law

4

24

6

Matière

EU External Relations

4

24

6

UE

Transnational Law

12

72

18

Matière

International Dispute Resolution (Public and Private)

4

24

6

Matière

Collaborative Transnational Learning Experience

4

24

6

Matière

Intellectual and Industrial Property Law

4

24

6

UE

Legal Careers

3

30

30

Matière

Conferences on Legal Culture

0

-

30

Matière

European and international careers (EPSO) 

3

30

-

UE

Skills

3

12

6

Matière

Legal Research Methodology

0

-

6

Matière

Language: Intensive English or French

3

12

-

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

Cross-border Litigation

9

51

-

Matière

Advanced Private International Law

3

15

-

Matière

Advanced European Private International Law

3

15

-

Matière

Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution

3

15

-

Matière

EPIL and PIL news

-

6

-

UE

Private Law in a Global Context

15

60

-

Matière

International Trade Law

3

12

-

Matière

International Sale of Goods

3

12

-

Matière

Private International Family and Property Law

3

12

-

Matière

International Social and Labour Law

3

12

-

Matière

International Insolvency Law

3

12

-

UE

Global Challenges

6

27

-

Choose 3 courses from the 6 offered:

Matière

Anti-Corruption Law – OECD

2

9

-

Matière

International Harmonization of Private Law – UNIDROIT

2

9

-

Matière

International Tax Law

2

9

-

Matière

Outer Space Law

2

9

-

Matière

Economic Aspects of EU Integration

2

9

-

Matière

Aviation Law

2

9

-

UE

Skills

-

12

6

Matière

Empiric Research Methodology

0

-

6

Matière

Language: Intensive English or French

0

12

-

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

Cross-border Transactions

9

36

-

Matière

European Consumer Law

3

12

-

Matière

Data Protection

3

12

-

Matière

E-commerce

3

12

-

UE

ESL Legal lab

6

-

10

UE

Internship or Dissertation (choose one)

15

-

-

Matière

Internship

15

-

-

Matière

Dissertation

15

-

-

Module 5
University of Dundee proposes mandatory courses (Unit 1) and optional courses (Unit 2&3). Optional courses can vary from a year to an other. Students could pick :
- 2 courses of Unit 2 OR
- 1 course of Unit 2 and 1 course of Unit 3

Here is the list of courses per Unit:
Unit 1:
- PIL
- Legal Research Skills
- Master Dissertation

UNIT 2:
- Competition Law
- International Taxation Law
- International Energy Arbitration: Practical Exercises
- The Law of Mergers and Acquisitions
- Privacy, Cybersecurity and Surveillance
- International Dispute Resolution
- International Law and Energy Disputes

UNIT 3:
-Water Law
- International Dispute Resolution
- Human Rights in International Relations
- International Energy Arbitration: Practical Exercises
- Digital Evidence
- Business and Human Rights
- Private International Law (Common Law Perspectives)
- Competition Law
- World Trade Organisation Law
- International Taxation Law
- National and Comparative Oil and Gas Law
- Transnational Law of Sustainable Development and Environment
- International Relations and Energy and Natural Resources
- Mineral and Petroleum Taxation
- Political Economy of Climate Change and the Environment
- Privacy, Cyber Security and Surveillance
- Corporate Sustainability and ESG Law
- The Law of Mergers and Acquisitions

Module 6 - LL.M thesis
The student must write a research thesis in English. The topics will be chosen from a list established by the University of Dundee in association with UT Capitole. This thesis has to be submitted by August according to the examination rules at the University of Dundee (no oral defence is required).
A professional internship is still possible but optional.

- 1st year & 2nd year: optional.
- Internship agreement: mandatory.

Internship Office :
Office : AR 379 (Bâtiment Arsenal)
e-mail : stages@ut-capitole.fr
Phone : + 33 5 61 63 37 35

There are 2 tracks for semester 4:
- Local track (Université Toulouse Capitole)
- International Mobility track (Universiy of Dundee - 20 seats)

Students who opt for International Mobility will thus obtain both a French Master's diploma and the LL.M. (Latin Legum Magister) under two cumulative conditions: the validation of semester 3 in Toulouse and the mandatory semester 4 in Dundee. The LLM certificate is awarded during a graduation ceremony at the University of Dundee.
Students who opt for Local track will obtain the French Master's diploma only.

The terms and conditions of assessment (MCC) can be downloaded from the download list at the bottom of this page.

What's next ?

Target skills

RNCP content

36113

Further studies

Skills:
The teachings during the entire Program pave the way to European and international careers, or employment requiring to manage different situations connected with international and European law. Students are encouraged to develop initiatives in order to bring out skills in organisation, communication and exchanges, which are essential for any legal practitioner who works in a team, with potential partners from all around the world, international organisations, firms or universities. The exchange during the second semester is a chance for developing the abilities of adaptation and communication in an international context.

Careers:
- Lawyer practise – National or international private litigation
- Legal departments in French or foreign private, public or public-private companies.
- Domestic or International/European Civil service
- NGOs.
- Assistance and expert assessment for international institutions or national institutions
- Academic career in France or abroad.


More Details: You may read the OFIP’s surveys about occupational integration of the graduate student.
The OFIP (Observatoire des Formations et de l’Insertion professionnelle) examines the academic and professional future of the alumni: continuation or resumption of studies, access to the labour market, after 30 months situation (work, studies, unemployment,…), occupation characteristics (sector, status, functions, professions, wages, geographical mobility,…).
Available on the UT Capitole website or at the SUIO-IP.

Job opening

Business sector or job

The teachings in the both semesters pave the way to European and international careers or employment which involves knowing how to manage different situation connected with international and European law.

The encouragement to the students to develop student life and initiatives is for the purpose of bringing out skills in organisation, communication, exchanges which are essential for any legal practitioner who works in a team, with potential partners from all around the world, in practice, international organisation, firm or university.
The exchange during the second semester is a chance for developing the abilities of adaptation and communication in an international context.

Professional opportunities are:
  • Lawyer practise – National of international private litigation
  • Legal office in French or foreign private, public or public-private companies.
  • Public service entrance examinations
  • Occupation in governmental or non-governmental international organisations.
  • Assistance and expert assessment for international institutions or national institutions regarding their relation with foreign countries.
  • Academic career in France or abroad.

Submission

Tuition

€4,500 per year
Around £6,000 at University of Dundee

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