International & European Legal Studies

The BA in International & European Legal Studies program is designed for aspiring legal professionals seeking expertise in the intricacies of international and EU-specific law. Graduates earn a globally-recognized degree in three years instead of four and benefit from hands-on experience through internships, small class sizes, and mentoring from an international faculty.

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Accreditation	WASC + NABHE
Degree	Bachelor of Arts
Duration	3 years
Location	Prague, CZ
Tuition EU	685 020 CZK
Tuition NON-EU	793 020 CZK
Intake	Fall / Spring
Deadline	Rolling Admission

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About the program

In an increasingly interconnected world, the need for legal professionals who understand the complexities of international relations, human rights, trade, and diplomacy is more vital than ever. The BA in International & European Legal Studies program is uniquely designed to provide students with the tools they need to navigate these complexities and emerge as competent, well-rounded legal professionals.

This program combines the study of both international and European-specific legal systems, making it particularly attractive for students who wish to develop a global perspective on law and governance and is primarily aimed at those interested in a career in international institutions or specifically in the structures and institutions of the European Union.

The program takes an interdisciplinary approach, blending the study of law with courses in politics, economics, and human rights. This allows students to not only gain an in-depth understanding of legal principles but also to see how these principles operate in broader societal and political contexts.

Courses are taught by a diverse and highly-qualified faculty, drawn from across Europe and beyond, who bring a wealth of practical experience and academic expertise. Additionally, the small class sizes and interactive teaching methods enable students to develop close mentoring relationships with their professors.

The program also includes an internship component, providing students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in legal settings. Such experiences not only help students apply their classroom knowledge to real-world problems but also significantly improve their employability upon graduation.

“What the humanities and social sciences do is open possibilities for you in multiple career paths. There is much talk about the use of a humanities degree nowadays. If you look at the surveys of employers worldwide and what they say they want from graduates, it is critical thinking and problem solving; it is being able to work with people in a team environment. These kinds of skills you get from a humanities degree. You are actively engaged, you are debating, and you are actively exercising those skills that employers say a graduate must have to engage in that field.”

Joshua M. Hayden, Lecturer, Chair of Dept. of Social Sciences

Program Structure

To graduate from the International & European Legal Studies program, a student must accumulate 90 US/180 ECTS credits over the course of three years, with studies culminating in an oral thesis defense and oral state examination. Courses are offered in both Czech and English and ordered within a modular structure.

Modules

For more information on the modular structure and the study program, please contact our admissions team at admissions@aauni.edu.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates earn a high-quality bachelor’s degree, complemented by professional training through internships, exchange programs, and similar opportunities, equipping them with comprehensive qualifications in international and European legal subjects. They are likewise adept at navigating and reflecting on the intellectual, social, and economic foundations of international, European, and international economic law, enabling them to respond flexibly to legal challenges in a rapidly changing world. These factors result in a solid foundation for a successful career on the international stage.

International & European Legal Studies graduates are:

Knowledgeable in international and European legal systems.
Competent in legal analysis and legal reasoning in international and European legal systems
Competent in legal problem solving
Effective and efficient researchers
Effective communicators in the legal framework context
Familiar with the ethical and professional responsibilities of legal experts
Possessed of the skills and values necessary for the legal expert’s practice

Career Prospects

The International & European Legal Studies program offers graduates strong employment prospects across multiple sectors internationally, equipping them with a unique skill set that is highly sought after in today’s globalized job market, particularly in regions like the EU, where the interaction between national and supranational legal systems is crucial. In the context of the Czech Republic, the program provides graduates with the legal expertise to navigate both domestic and international legal frameworks.

International & European Legal Studies graduates are prepared for careers in:

Public sector and public-private partnerships (PPPs)
International organizations or transnational organizations
EU institutions or European governance bodies
Private sector or corporate sector
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society organizations (CSOs)
Academic and research institutions

Typical occupations include:

Diplomat
Legal expert, officer, specialist
International law/European law expert
Teacher or lecturer
Researcher
Consultant
Legal advisor
Analyst
Translator and interpreter specializing in international and European law
Mediator
Master’s student
Lawyer’s assistant
Legal administrative assistant
And many others…

In addition to the foregoing, AAU’s Career Center connects students with numerous professional internships in the Czech Republic and abroad every year.

Qualification Awarded

The degree awarded is concurrently recognized as a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in the United States, as per AAU’s accreditation by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, and as a Bakalář (Bc.) in the Czech Republic, as per AAU’s accreditation by the National Accreditation Bureau for Higher Education (NABHE). Graduates may select whether to use the U.S. post-nominal or the Czech pre-nominal title.

Please note: Accreditation of this program is pending.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We provide a wide range of scholarships, tuition discounts, and financial aid options to help make quality education more accessible. To learn more, please visit our dedicated Financial Aid and Scholarships page.

Additional information

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See what our students have to say

My Prague Experience

AAU has high-quality professors and a wide variety of classes to choose from. The courses that are offered at AAU are quite unique compared to the other universities in the Czech Republic and the student body is extremely diverse which has led me to meet people from all across the world.

Hunter Andrews
Humanities, Society and Culture, USA

AAU classes are small, usually up to 25 people, which I believe makes the interaction between international classmates more personal and diverse. It is a huge advantage as students to get an opportunity to speak up, to express our personal opinion as well as get a chance to practice our presentational skills.