Católica Global School of Law

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Über Católica Global School of Law

Católica Global School of Law (CGSL) offers three LL.M. programmes:

LL.M. Law in a European and Global Context, a broad-ranging programme on European and International Law aimed at recent graduates with great potential;
LL.M. International Business Law, for those seeking to progress in the corporate legal world or to develop a career in global business law;
LL.M. Law in a Digital Economy, a programme aimed at recent graduates and young lawyers seeking to understand the legal challenges and opportunities of the digital economy.

Established in 2009, Católica Global School of Law has since become the epicentre of Universidade Católica Portuguesa's growing focus on transnational legal education. Based in Lisbon – a geographical and strategic bridge between Europe and the United States –, Católica Global School of Law was created with the fundamental purpose of preparing future generations of lawyers to practise in the context of multiple jurisdictions and diverse legal sources.

Since its foundation, Católica Global School of Law has been successful in achieving a number of goals. It has attracted remarkable groups of scholars, both resident and visiting, and cohorts of graduate students from more than 65 different nationalities, both coming from prestigious law schools from all over the world.

Católica offers three cutting-edge LL.M. programmes and a Master in Transnational Law, which prepare students to become skilled practitioners in today’s global economy.

The quality of these programmes was consistently recognized by the Financial Times for many years, which has selected Católica Global School of Law as one of the most innovative law schools in the world. Its LL.M. programmes have also been ranked among the best in Western Europe and the world by Eduniversal.

Overall, Católica Global School of Law has managed to rapidly become a crucial centre of legal teaching and research in Continental Europe, having been a founding member of the Law Schools Global League and having recently joined the European Law School Network.

Kurse

Allgemeines Wirtschaftsrecht
Bank- und Finanzrecht
Datenschutzrecht
Digitalisierung
Environmental Social Governance (ESG)
Europarecht
Gesellschaftsrecht/Corporate und M&A
Gewerblicher Rechtsschutz und Geistiges Eigentum (IP)
Handelsrecht
Informationstechnologie (IT)
Internationales Recht
Internationales Wirtschaftsrecht
Kartellrecht und Außenhandel
Legal Tech
Litigation und Arbitration
Marken- und Wettbewerbsrecht
Migrationsrecht / Asylrecht
Öffentliches Recht
Patentrecht
Rechtsvergleichung
Sportrecht
Steuerrecht
Umweltrecht
Urheber- und Medienrecht
Verbraucherrecht
Verfassungsrecht
Vertragsrecht
Verwaltungsrecht
Völkerrecht

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Standorte

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Kontakte

Admissions Office

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Why study at Católica Global School of Law

Católica Global School of Law has been shaping the future of international legal education since 2009.

Located in Lisbon, it was founded to prepare the next generation of lawyers to thrive across multiple jurisdictions and legal systems. Bringing together world-class faculty and students from over 50 nationalities, it offers a truly global learning experience.

Its programmes — LL.M. Law in a European and Global Context, LL.M. International Business Law, LL.M. Law in a Digital Economy, Executive LL.M. Regulation and Compliance, and the Global Ph.D. in Law — are internationally recognized for their innovation and excellence.

The school empowers future legal leaders through academic rigor, critical thinking, and hands-on learning, fostering changemakers ready to make a global impact.

Openness and Innovation

Católica Global School of Law is known for its innovative approach, academic excellence, and commitment to inclusivity and intercultural exchange. Its highly qualified faculty combines practical experience with advanced research and modern teaching methods, fostering critical thinking. Small class sizes promote close interaction, personalized learning, and a strong sense of community, supported by the school’s active social and academic engagement.

Career Prospects

Católica graduates achieve high employability, with a 97.5% employment rate for undergraduate and integrated master’s programs (2020). The Career Office offers continuous support through job fairs, workshops, networking events, and internships. Alumni hold positions in international organizations, European institutions, government agencies, multinational companies, and top law firms worldwide.

Internationalisation

With over 80% international students (2022–2023) from about 90 nationalities, Católica emphasizes global diversity and mobility. The school maintains exchange programs and partnerships with prestigious universities and participates in networks such as the Law Schools Global League and the European Law School Network.

Programme

Program types

Full time

Part time

Degree to be obtained

Executive Master in Laws – LL.M. International Business Law
Executive Master in Laws – LL.M. in Law in a European and a Global Context
Executive Master in Laws – LL.M. Law in a Digital Economy
Executive Master in Laws – Executive LL.M. Regulation and Compliance
Master in Transnational Law – Portuguese Master Degree (by submiting a master’s dissertation after the LLM programme)

Networks

Law Schools Global League (LSGL)
European Law Students Association (ELSA)
European Law School Network (ELSN)

Student profile

We seek highly motivated students with a solid and preferably international academic background. Candidates will go through a highly competitive selection process. In addition, students are subject to a demanding evaluation system throughout the duration of the LL.M. programmes, featuring written exams, take-home essays and other assignments.

Our younger students graduated with honours and the advanced students are typically experienced lawyers from well-known law firms with an average age of 28.

Students attending the LL.M. programmes in the past have come from around the world, including countries such as Angola, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Italy, Mozambique, Nigeria, Poland, Romania, Sierra Leone, Spain, Switzerland, United States of America, and Venezuela. Such diversity not only provides an opportunity for our students to develop their legal and academic careers, but gives them the chance to learn in a multicultural environment and to build a worldwide network of friendships.

Classes typically have around 20 to 30 students per programme, so that everyone may have the opportunity to actively participate in discussions, exchange best practices and develop strong personal and professional relationships.

Semesters and Semester

The course has a 9 months duration, divided in three trimesters with two breaks during Christmas and Easter.

Kosten und Finanzierung

14000

Tuition fees (€)

Grants & scholarship

Católica Global School of Law is committed to making advanced legal education more accessible. Merit-based and need-based scholarships are available to outstanding candidates from all backgrounds. Check our scholarships page for details on eligibility and deadlines.

Zulassung

Application deadline

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The application period will be running until 30 April.

Admission Requirement

Candidates will be selected on a rolling basis, following the analysis of their application documents and an online interview. All candidates must hold a first degree in law or have substantial legal academic background. Proficiency in the English language is necessary.

How to apply

Applicants should submit the following documents:

Motivation letter

Two letters of recommendation

Official transcripts from schools attended (in English or in Portuguese);

Curriculum Vitae (in English) with dates and lengths of employment

Official letter of dispatch for students sponsored by corporations or other organizations

Proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL or IELTS)

Copy of Identity Card or Passport

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Course Page

More information about the courses you can find below:

→ LL.M. International Business Law
→ LL.M. Law in a European and Global Context
→ LL.M. Law in a Digital Economy
→ Executive LL.M. Regulation and Compliance

Studentenleben

LL.M. Cohort '26 - 30 nationalities

Every year, Católica Global School of Law welcomes students from diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

Ratio female/male students

65 : 35