Droit et Sciences politiques

Master/LL.M International Economic Law

Droit européen
  • Diplôme

    Master (LMD)

  • Domaine(s) d'étude

    Droit international européen et comparé

  • Accessible en

    Formation initiale, Formation continue, VAE

  • Établissements

    Université Toulouse Capitole

Présentation

The program focuses mainly on the study of the World Trade Organization, of the European Union in an economic perspective and of international economic development. The Master/LL.M. IEL also aims at providing students with some basic knowledge of international law, contracts and market regulation.

The two semesters are composed of mandatory courses.

  • Students opting for the Dissertation must write a master’s thesis. When the programme is successfully completed, students who have chosen this track may apply for a PhD.
  • Students opting for the Internship must do an internship (minimum 2 months eq. 308 hrs) and write a report.

Spécificités

During Semester 4, students will participate to the "ESL Legal Lab". Which is a practical experience developed in collaboration with ESL partners (Lawyer office, international corporations, local and national companies etc), adapted to provide the necessary skills to integrate the professional world. During this class, the students will be required to work in small groups on specific cases having an International, European and/or Comparative law dimension under specific supervision by both Professors and professionals, in order to propose effective and concrete solutions that can be utilized on daily practice by the ESL partners.

Etablissements cohabilités

Objectifs

This course is a re-shaped version of previous Master MINTEC, and is a 2 year program entirely taught in English.

Semesters 1 and 2 aim at giving students a thorough knowledge of the private and public aspects of international and European legal issues.
The programme offers a comparative perspective, focuses on methodology with a view to providing the students with the tools needed to hold positions as lawyers in an international and European context.

Semesters 3 and 4 aim at giving students a thorough knowledge of international economic legal issues. According to the French grading system, the master’s degree is a national diploma recognised in the European Union countries and which is equivalent to a Legum Magister (LLM).

Savoir-faire et compétences

This course is a re-shaped version of previous Master MINTEC, and is a 2 year program entirely taught in English.

Semesters 1 and 2 aim at giving students a thorough knowledge of the private and public aspects of international and European legal issues.
The programme offers a comparative perspective, focuses on methodology with a view to providing the students with the tools needed to hold positions as lawyers in an international and European context.

Semesters 3 and 4 aim at giving students a thorough knowledge of international economic legal issues. According to the French grading system, the master’s degree is a national diploma recognised in the European Union countries and which is equivalent to a Legum Magister (LLM).

Admission

Conditions d'admission

CRITERIAS FOR THE FIRST YEAR OF THE MASTER

Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.

Required diplomas:
- hold a Law degree obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 180 ECTS, i.e. Bachelor's degree, Licence or equivalent
- Qualifications in other disciplines worth 180 ECTS minimum OR have significant professional experience in the field of the LL.M.'s programme applied for.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum B2, C1 for a mobility to Dundee)

CRITERIAS FOR THE SECOND YEAR OF THE MASTER

Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.

Required diplomas:
- Successful completion of the 1st year of a Master’s degree in Law obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 240 ECTS.
- Qualifications in other disciplines equivalent to 240 ECTS OR significant professional experience in some of the subjects taught on the course may also be considered.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum C1)

CRITERIAS FOR BOTH YEARS


Academics:
- A solid grounding in the fundamental areas of public and private law.
- Have an excellent academic record and an awareness of international and/or European issues

Skills:
- Ability to express yourself clearly orally and in writing in academic and legal English.
- Ability to work both in groups and individually.
- Ability to work independently and use legal documentation.
- Ability to use complex legal reasoning and a wide range of sources and knowledge.

Experience (non-cumulative conditions):
- Evidence of voluntary or community work experience and/or
- International experience (travel, study, training) and/or
- Experience in legal practice (internship, moot court, etc.)

Communication skills:
- Ability to write essays and dissertations in English
- Ability to read extensive or complex texts in English
- Ability to speak English fluently (presentations, seminar discussions, class participation)

Project motivation and coherence:
Alignment of the degree with the applicant's career goals and/or plans for personal and professional development.

Formation(s) requise(s)

First year: Bac +3
Second year: Bac+4

Programme

The first two semesters are spent at UT Capitole. During the third and fourth semesters, 2 students have the opportunity to study at the University of Stetson (details below).
SEMESTER 1

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

European & Comparative Law

12

72

18

Matière

Introduction to EU Law

4

24

6

Matière

European Fundamental rights

4

24

6

Matière

Introduction to Legal Systems

4

24

6

UE

International Law

12

72

18

Matière

Public international Law

4

24

6

Matière

Private International Law

4

24

6

Matière

International Criminal Law

4

24

6

UE

Legal Culture

3

15

30

Matière

Conferences on Legal Culture

-

-

30

Matière

French and European Culture and Civilization

3

15

-

UE

Skills

3

12

6

Matière

Legal Research Methodology

2.5

-

6

Matière

Language: Intensive English or French

2.5

12

-

SEMESTER 2

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

EU Substantive Law

12

72

18

Matière

Internal Market

4

24

6

Matière

Competition Law

4

24

6

Matière

EU External Relations

4

24

6

UE

Transnational Law

12

72

18

Matière

International Dispute Resolution (Public and Private)

4

24

6

Matière

Collaborative Transnational Learning Experience

4

24

6

Matière

Intellectual and Industrial Property Law

4

24

6

UE

Legal Culture

3

30

30

Matière

Conferences on Legal Culture

-

-

30

Matière

French and European Culture and Civilization

3

30

-

UE

Skills

3

12

6

Matière

Legal Research Methodology

2.5

-

6

Matière

Language: Intensive English or French

2.5

12

-

SEMESTER 3

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

Fundamental International Economic Law

15

75

-

Matière

International Company Law

3

15

-

Matière

International Financial Law

3

15

-

Matière

International Investment Law and Investor - State Dispute Settlement

3

15

-

Matière

International Trade Law

3

15

-

Matière

International Litigation and Arbitration

3

15

UE

Sustainable Economy

9

24

-

Matière

International Sustainable Development Law

3

12

-

Matière

The Future of Work – Signature Course ENGAGE.EU Alliance

3

-

-

Matière

Common Goods

3

12

-

UE

Global Challenges

6

27

-

Choose 3 courses from the 6 offered:

Matière

Anti-Corruption Law – OECD

2

9

-

Matière

International Harmonization of Private Law – UNIDROIT

2

9

-

Matière

International Tax Law

2

9

-

Matière

Outer Space Law

2

9

-

Matière

International Investment Law and Investor-State Dispute Settlement

2

9

-

Matière

Aviation Law

2

9

-

UE

Skills

-

12

6

Matière

Empiric Research Methodology

2.5

-

6

Matière

Language: French (optional)

2.5

12

-

SEMESTER 4

UE / MATIÈRE

INTITULÉ

ECTS

HEURES CM

HEURES TD

UE

Digital Economy

9

36

-

Matière

International Company Law

3

12

-

Matière

International Financial Law

3

12

-

Matière

International Investment Law and Investor - State Dispute Settlement

3

12

-

UE

ESL Legal lab

6

-

10

UE

Internship or Dissertation (choose one)

15

27

-

Matière

Internship

15

-

-

Matière

Dissertation

15

-

-

Et après...

Poursuite d'études

SKILLS:
Occupational integration preparation, legal document drafting, plea and counselling simulations.

PROFESSIONAL PROSPECTS:
Students who obtain the MINTEC have several legal job opportunities, and especially those in relation with international economic law. The programme provides them with the skills needed to hold positions in law firms, companies but also in public services, including international or European institutions. Students opting for the Research Track can pursue academic research.


More Details: You may read the OFIP’s surveys about occupational integration of the graduate student.
The OFIP (Observatoire des Formations et de l’Insertion professionnelle) examines the academic and professional future of the alumni: continuation or resumption of studies, access to the labour market, after 30 months situation (work, studies, unemployment,…), occupation characteristics (sector, status, functions, professions, wages, geographical mobility,…).
Available on the UT Capitole website or at the SUIO-IP.

Contact(s)

Renseignements

European School of Law (ESL)
Bureau : AR 334 (Bâtiment Arsenal)
e-mail : esl-admission@ut-capitole.fr

Contact scolarité

Mrs Macovei is responsible for M1
Mr Gout & Mrs Bories are responsible for M2

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