The European Master in Law and Economics (EMLE) is a prestigious joint program offered by the University of Bologna's School of Law in collaboration with leading European universities. It uniquely integrates rigorous legal training with advanced economic analysis, equipping students with interdisciplinary expertise for complex regulatory and policy challenges in Europe and beyond.
Delivered across multiple campuses for a pan-European perspective
Focuses on applying economic tools to legal issues
Two-year Master's degree with mobility and double degrees
Academic & Pedagogical Intent
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The program aims to train students in law and economics, blending doctrinal law with microeconomics, game theory, and empirical methods. Teaching combines lectures, seminars, case studies, and research projects, fostering analytical skills for policy design and legal practice.
Modular structure across semesters in different universities
Assessments via exams, essays, and presentations
International dimension through mandatory mobility
Emphasis on research, innovation in competition, regulation
Target Profile
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Ideal for graduates with a bachelor's in law, economics, or related fields, seeking an interdisciplinary mindset. Candidates need strong quantitative skills, analytical thinking, and interest in European integration and policy.
Academic background: Law (majority), Economics, Political Science
Graduates pursue roles in competition authorities, law firms, consultancies, international organizations, and PhD programs. The program highlights internships and capstone projects linking to EU institutions and firms.
This program stands out through its unique law-economics integration, delivered via a consortium of top universities (Bologna, Rotterdam, others), offering double degrees and full mobility. Key differentiators include Erasmus Mundus funding, selective admissions, renowned faculty from law/economics, and strong ties to EU policy networks.
Pedagogy: Interdisciplinary courses like Law & Economics of IP
