European Studies and European Legal Studies (MA/LLM)
Universität Hamburg offers this 12-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Hamburg, ranked #125 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 31 May 2026
What it costs
Plan for roughly €21k–€24k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Hamburg student life.
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What you'll study
12 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
European Studies and European Legal Studies (MA/LLM). Master in Business, Administration & Law at University of Hamburg, Hamburg, DE. Taught in English. International tuition: €4,250.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#125
- Times Higher Education 2025#132
- QS World 2025#191
- QS — Law 2025#82
- QS — Business 2025#395
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Universität Hamburg
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Common questions
Is European Studies and European Legal Studies (MA/LLM) at Universität Hamburg taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does European Studies and European Legal Studies (MA/LLM) at Universität Hamburg cost?
International tuition is €4,250 per year. Over the full 12-month programme that's roughly €4,250 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at Universität Hamburg?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 31 May 2026. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Universität Hamburg good for Business & Law?
Universität Hamburg ranks #82 in Law (QS 2025).
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