The MA German and Legal Studies at the University of Aberdeen offers you a unique opportunity to combine advanced language proficiency with a comprehensive understanding of legal principles. This programme is ideal for students passionate about European culture and governance, and who wish to explore the intricate relationship between language, law, and society. You will delve into the German legal system, comparative law, and the complexities of European Union law, developing critical analytical skills essential for navigating international affairs and legal contexts. This degree equips you with a robust academic foundation in both humanities and law.
This full-time, on-campus MA is structured over five years, providing an immersive learning experience. Your studies will include compulsory courses in the legal system, foundations of private law, and modern German language and culture, alongside an academic session spent abroad in a German-speaking country during your third year. You will engage in intensive German language study for both junior and senior honours levels. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for diverse career paths in international law, European institutions, diplomacy, business, and translation, armed with highly developed linguistic and legal expertise.