LL.M. English 2 Semesters

International Law

Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg Heidelberg, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

LL.M.

Duration

2 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Sep 2027

Language

English

Campus

Heidelberg

Intake

Summer

Summer (April); deadlines: 7 November 2025 (first round), 16 January 2026 (second round)

German Requirement

Very good German required for all undergraduate and German-taught master programmes: minim...

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Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg

Universitäten · Baden-Württemberg

Tuition & Fees

tuition:: None
semester fee:: 170 EUR per semester
non eu tuition:: 1500 EUR per semester

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Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, an Universitäten in Heidelberg, Germany offers a LL.M. in International Law, with a standard duration of 2 semesters (approximately 1 years). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English TOEFL iBT 78+ and Spanish proficiency required

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

TOEFL iBT 78/120 points, or English as native language, or schooling/university education in an English-speaking country

German Language

Very good German required for all undergraduate and German-taught master programmes: minimum DSH-2 at enrolment (some programmes require higher, or already at application, e.g. Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Law, Psychology, Molecular Biotechnology). Accepted DSH-2 equivalents: TestDaF TDN 4 in all parts, DSD Level II, Goethe-Zertifikat C2, OeSD C2, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule, Feststellungspruefung, GIB. DSH course/exam offered at the Internationales Studienzentrum (fee EUR 100) for admitted applicants.

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Application Periods

Limited programmes. Check heiCO portal.

Apply by 15 July (Bachelor/Staatsexamen). Master deadlines vary by programme.

1 November - 15 December

1 May - 30 June

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Completed undergraduate degree. Programme-specific requirements (GPA, subject area, credits) defined in admission regulations.
Recognized HZB equivalent to Abitur. If not recognized: Studienkolleg + Feststellungsprüfung required.

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Heidelberg

Subject Groups

Law

Study Fields

Internationales Recht

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg welcomes international applicants for its LL.M. in International Law in Heidelberg. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 2 semesters (approximately 1 years).

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

You can apply via uni-assist or directly through the university's admissions portal. GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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