Master of
Law, Economic law, Right of public action, Civil and criminal law
MASTER OF LAW*:
The Master of Law follows the Bachelor programme to complete students' basic legal training. Graduates can therefore enter the job market directly. Thanks to the range of available electives and the dissertation, students may have the opportunity to gain general knowledge in various legal fields.
THEMATIC MASTER'S PROGRAMMES*:
- Economic law: focuses on topics relating to business, finance, taxation and competition
- Civil and criminal law: focuses on topics relating to family law, inheritance, legal responsibility, offences and criminal justice
- Public law: focuses on topics relating to the public interest, public services, the social sector and the environment
*This programme is available in a bilingual format (Geneva/Basel).
Master of
Law, Economic law, Right of public action, Civil and criminal law
MASTER OF LAW*:
The Master of Law follows the Bachelor programme to complete students' basic legal training. Graduates can therefore enter the job market directly. Thanks to the range of available electives and the dissertation, students may have the opportunity to gain general knowledge in various legal fields.
THEMATIC MASTER'S PROGRAMMES*:
- Economic law: focuses on topics relating to business, finance, taxation and competition
- Civil and criminal law: focuses on topics relating to family law, inheritance, legal responsibility, offences and criminal justice
- Public law: focuses on topics relating to the public interest, public services, the social sector and the environment
*This programme is available in a bilingual format (Geneva/Basel).
Programme length
1.5 years (3 semesters)
Language of instruction
French
Courses in English.
Passive knowledge of German is strongly recommended.
Conditions of registration
Admission Conditions
A Bachelor of Law from a Swiss university or an equivalent foreign law degree.
Applications
Deadline for Fall Semester for candidates that hold a foreign bachelor's degree: 28 February 2025
(30 April 2025 for candidates that hold a Swiss bachelor's degree at the start of the next academic year AND, according to their nationality, are not subject to a visa for entry into Switzerland for more than 90 days, according to Swiss government requirements and regardless of their current place of residence, or for candidates holding a Swiss residence permit that is valid beyond 30 April.)
Deadline for Spring Semester: to be checked on the website of the Admissions Office
Master of Law, Economic law, Right of public action, Civil and criminal law
- 6 core courses (36 credits)
- 6 electives (36 credits)
- Dissertation and seminar (18 credits):
- The dissertation is written as part of a seminar; however, students may write their dissertation outside the seminar (12 credits) and supplement it with an additional elective (6 credits).
Videos
civil and criminal law
economic law
right of public action
Student testimonials
Laws
Mobility
Professional Prospects
Private or public sector jurist, lawyer, solicitor, judge, legal advisor in government or non-governmental organisations, etc.
Contact information
Ms Caterina Gidari Wassmer
T. +41 (0)22 379 85 63
Ms Bita Bertossa
T. +41 (0)22 379 86 07
Ms Youmna Colin-Osta
T. +41 (0)22 379 84 87
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Master in
International and European law
MASTER OF LAW*:
The Master of Law follows the Bachelor programme to complete students' basic legal training. Graduates can therefore enter the job market directly. Thanks to the range of available electives and the dissertation, students may have the opportunity to gain general knowledge in various legal fields.
THEMATIC MASTER'S PROGRAMME*:
- International and European law: focuses on topics relating to peace and cooperation, international organisations, the European Union, trade and individuals within the international community.
*This programme is available in a bilingual format (Geneva/Basel).
Master in
International and European law
MASTER OF LAW*:
The Master of Law follows the Bachelor programme to complete students' basic legal training. Graduates can therefore enter the job market directly. Thanks to the range of available electives and the dissertation, students may have the opportunity to gain general knowledge in various legal fields.
THEMATIC MASTER'S PROGRAMME*:
- International and European law: focuses on topics relating to peace and cooperation, international organisations, the European Union, trade and individuals within the international community.
*This programme is available in a bilingual format (Geneva/Basel).
Programme length
1.5 years (3 semesters)
Language of instruction
French
Passive knowledge of German is strongly recommended.
Courses in English
Conditions of registration
Admission Conditions
A Bachelor of Law from a Swiss university or an equivalent foreign law degree.
Applications
Deadline for Fall Semester for candidates that hold a foreign bachelor's degree: 28 February 2025
(30 April 2025 for candidates that hold a Swiss bachelor's degree at the start of the next academic year AND, according to their nationality, are not subject to a visa for entry into Switzerland for more than 90 days, according to Swiss government requirements and regardless of their current place of residence, or for candidates holding a Swiss residence permit that is valid beyond 30 April.)
Deadline for Spring Semester: to be checked on the website of the Admissions Office
Master in International and European law
- 6 core courses (36 credits)
- 6 electives (36 credits)
- Dissertation and seminar (18 credits):
- The dissertation is written as part of a seminar; however, students may write their dissertation outside the seminar (12 credits) and supplement it with an additional elective (6 credits).
Mobility
Professional Prospects
Contact information
Ms Caterina Gidari Wassmer
T. +41 (0)22 379 85 63
Ms Bita Bertossa
T. +41 (0)22 379 86 07
Ms Youmna Colin-Osta
T. +41 (0)22 379 84 87
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Bilingual Master of
Laws
is a joint programme with the Law Faculty of the University of Basel. It combines language skills and legal knowledge and enables students to obtain a degree from two Swiss universities. Students enrol either in Geneva or Basel and take courses at both universities (min. 30 ECTS credits from each).
Bilingual curriculum is available in the following programmes:
MASTER OF LAW (FREIES MASTERSTUDIUM)
THEMATIC PROGRAMMES:
- International and European law (Transnationales Recht)
- Public right of action (Verwaltungsrecht)
- Civil and criminal law (Generalis)
- Economic law (Wirtschaftsrecht)
Bilingual Master of
Laws
is a joint programme with the Law Faculty of the University of Basel. It combines language skills and legal knowledge and enables students to obtain a degree from two Swiss universities. Students enrol either in Geneva or Basel and take courses at both universities (min. 30 ECTS credits from each).
Bilingual curriculum is available in the following programmes:
MASTER OF LAW (FREIES MASTERSTUDIUM)
THEMATIC PROGRAMMES:
- International and European law (Transnationales Recht)
- Public right of action (Verwaltungsrecht)
- Civil and criminal law (Generalis)
- Economic law (Wirtschaftsrecht)
Programme length
1.5 years (3 semesters)
Languages of instruction
German, French
Some courses in English.
Conditions of registration
Admission Conditions
A Bachelor of Law from a Swiss university or an equivalent foreign law degree.
Applications
Deadline for Fall Semester for candidates that hold a foreign bachelor's degree: 28 February 2025
(30 April 2025 for candidates that hold a Swiss bachelor's degree at the start of the next academic year AND, according to their nationality, are not subject to a visa for entry into Switzerland for more than 90 days, according to Swiss government requirements and regardless of their current place of residence, or for candidates holding a Swiss residence permit that is valid beyond 30 April.)
Deadline for Spring Semester: to be checked on the website of the Admissions Office
Bilingual Master of Laws
- Bilingual Master of Laws (90 credits):
- In each of the two law faculties (at least 30 credits)
Dissertation and seminars (22 credits)
- Bilingual Thematic Master of Laws (90 credits):
In each of the two law faculties (at least 30 credits)
Courses relating to the chosen theme (at least 30 credits)
Dissertation and seminar (22 credits)
The dissertation is written as part of a seminar; however, students may write their dissertation outside the seminar (16 credits) and supplement it with an additional elective (6 credits).
Mobility
Professional Prospects
Private or public sector jurist, lawyer, solicitor, judge, legal advisor in government or non-governmental organisations, etc.
Contact information
Ms Caterina Gidari Wassmer
T. +41 (0)22 379 85 63
Ms Bita Bertossa
T. +41 (0)22 379 86 07
Ms Youmna Colin-Osta
T. +41 (0)22 379 84 87
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The Master in
Children's Rights
is built around an innovative and interdisciplinary curriculum that relies upon the theoretical and practical knowledge that has been developed in the area of children's rights, and active student participation is a key aspect of the programme. Classes are held from Monday to Thursday midday. The multidisciplinary profiles of the faculty members (law, psychology, sociology, education sciences), their active involvement in various academic and professional networks, and the programme's close ties with the International Institute for Children's Rights (IDE) in Sion all contribute to the dynamism of this Master's programme.
THE INTERFACULTY CENTRE FOR CHILDREN’S RIGHTS
The University of Geneva's Centre for Children's Rights Studies is an academic entity, located in Sion, specialised in interdisciplinary studies on children's rights. Through our research, teaching and outreach activities, we aim to better understand questions that affect children as a social group and the child as a social actor and subject of rights. The interdisciplinary approach of children's rights studies seeks to stimulate both theoretical and practical conversations in response to the growing complexity of societal problems.
The Master in
Children's Rights
is built around an innovative and interdisciplinary curriculum that relies upon the theoretical and practical knowledge that has been developed in the area of children's rights, and active student participation is a key aspect of the programme. Classes are held from Monday to Thursday midday. The multidisciplinary profiles of the faculty members (law, psychology, sociology, education sciences), their active involvement in various academic and professional networks, and the programme's close ties with the International Institute for Children's Rights (IDE) in Sion all contribute to the dynamism of this Master's programme.
THE INTERFACULTY CENTRE FOR CHILDREN’S RIGHTS
The University of Geneva's Centre for Children's Rights Studies is an academic entity, located in Sion, specialised in interdisciplinary studies on children's rights. Through our research, teaching and outreach activities, we aim to better understand questions that affect children as a social group and the child as a social actor and subject of rights. The interdisciplinary approach of children's rights studies seeks to stimulate both theoretical and practical conversations in response to the growing complexity of societal problems.
Programme length
1.5 years (3 semesters)
Language of instruction
French
It should be noted that some course materials (readings, videos, occasional external interventions) require knowledge of English.
Conditions of registration
Admission Conditions
Admission requirements for the fall 2025 school year are currently being modified. They will be available from January 2025 when registration opens.
Applications
Deadline for candidates that hold a foreign bachelor's degree: 28 February 2025
(30 April 2025 for candidates that hold a Swiss bachelor's degree at the start of the next academic year AND, according to their nationality, are not subject to a visa for entry into Switzerland for more than 90 days, according to Swiss government requirements and regardless of their current place of residence, or for candidates holding a Swiss residence permit that is valid beyond 30 April.)
The Master in Children's Rights
- Foundation courses (1st semester) (30 credits):
- Theoretical foundations of the discipline and interdisciplinarity
- Specialised courses according to subject area (2nd semester) (30 credits):
- Interdisciplinary seminars
- Group project
- Specialisation (3rd semester) (30 credits):
- Dissertation
- Work placement or research orientation
Mobility
Professional Prospects
Contact information
T. +41 (0)27 205 73 42
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The Master in
Environmental Science
is offered through University of Geneva's Institute for Environmental Sciences (ISE). ISE pool distinct disciplinary expertise and backgrounds from various faculties, including the Faculty of Science, the Geneva School of Social Sciences, the Geneva School of Economics and Management, the Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Medicine.
This Master program aims at interdisciplinary teaching and research within current dynamic and fast growing environmental fields such as climate, energy, water biodiversity, environmental governance, ecological transition and health.
Bridging these fields is the cornerstone of the curriculum offered to students - committing themselves to environmental careers or to fundamental research - an interdisciplinary approach to environmental sciences based on natural sciences and economic as well as social sciences.
Ultimately the master's program, enable the students to professionally navigate within complex and interdisciplinary environmental context far beyond the usual sectorial approach. This broad understanding of fields in natural sciences and economic and social sciences entailed in environmental management is a unique academic offering in Switzerland.
AVAILABLE SPECIALISATION MODULES:
- Biodiversity ecosystems and society
- Climatic impacts
- Ecological Transition and Society
- Energy
- Water sciences
COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING:
As a complement to the Master's in Environmental Science, students have the option of taking the Complementary Certificate in Geomatics (30 credits). The certificate is designed to provide students with training centred on new simulation technologies which use spatial referencing, in a practical, interdisciplinary setting. (www.unige.ch/cgeom).
www.unige.ch/muse
The Master in
Environmental Science
is offered through University of Geneva's Institute for Environmental Sciences (ISE). ISE pool distinct disciplinary expertise and backgrounds from various faculties, including the Faculty of Science, the Geneva School of Social Sciences, the Geneva School of Economics and Management, the Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Medicine.
This Master program aims at interdisciplinary teaching and research within current dynamic and fast growing environmental fields such as climate, energy, water biodiversity, environmental governance, ecological transition and health.
Bridging these fields is the cornerstone of the curriculum offered to students - committing themselves to environmental careers or to fundamental research - an interdisciplinary approach to environmental sciences based on natural sciences and economic as well as social sciences.
Ultimately the master's program, enable the students to professionally navigate within complex and interdisciplinary environmental context far beyond the usual sectorial approach. This broad understanding of fields in natural sciences and economic and social sciences entailed in environmental management is a unique academic offering in Switzerland.
AVAILABLE SPECIALISATION MODULES:
- Biodiversity ecosystems and society
- Climatic impacts
- Ecological Transition and Society
- Energy
- Water sciences
COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING:
As a complement to the Master's in Environmental Science, students have the option of taking the Complementary Certificate in Geomatics (30 credits). The certificate is designed to provide students with training centred on new simulation technologies which use spatial referencing, in a practical, interdisciplinary setting. (www.unige.ch/cgeom).
www.unige.ch/museProgramme length
2 years (4 semesters)
Languages of instruction
French (level B1) / English (level B1)
Conditions of registration
Admission Conditions
A Bachelor degree in Science, Economics, Social Science, International Relations, Medicine, Law or another degree deemed to be equivalent. HES (University of Applied Sciences) students who are specializing in environmental sciences are eligible for this programme, provided that their application is accepted and that they successfully complete additional courses, which may be equivalent to a maximum of 30 credits.
Merit-based admission.
Applications
Deadline: 28 February 2025
www.unige.ch/enrolmentThe Master in Environmental Science
- Interdisciplinarity and immersion (16 credits)
- Fundamentals (18 credits)
- Methods (8 credits)
- Specialized courses (27 credits)
- Elective (18 credits)
- Dissertation (33 credits)
Mobility
Professional Prospects
A Master in Environmental Science leads to a number of opportunities both in Switzerland and abroad, in areas such as:
- Government policy analysis and decision making: implementation of Sustainability agendas ( eg. Agenda-21) urban, land-use, transport and energy planning
- Private sector consulting for companies: resources management, carbon emission limitation, energy savings
- International negotiations: post-Kyoto international negotiations (2012 and beyond), biodiversity, health, habitat
- Sectorial opportunities: energy (renewable energy, energy savings, constructions), chemical lab analysis, used waters, environmental heritage management (biodiversity, etc.), health, natural and financial risks, urban and land planning
- Consulting firm, administration, politics, scientific journalism, teaching, cooperation
- Fundamental research: physics, biology, chemistry, climatology, the humanities and social sciences
Contact information
Ms Nicole Efrancey Dao
T. +41 (0)22 379 08 76
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