Chinese Law and Comparative Law LLM/MA
University of Göttingen offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Göttingen, ranked #122 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 Jul 2026
What it costs
Plan for a normal Göttingen student life on top of any tuition fees.
Living in Göttingen →
What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Chinese Law and Comparative Law LLM/MA. Master in Business, Administration & Law at University of Göttingen, Göttingen, DE. Taught in English and German. International tuition: €1,400.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#122
- Times Higher Education 2025#121
- QS World 2025#254
- THE — Law 2026#101
- QS — Law 2025#185
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 University of Göttingen
Worth comparing
Same field, similar entry tier. Most applicants apply to 3–5.
Common questions
Is Chinese Law and Comparative Law LLM/MA at University of Göttingen taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does Chinese Law and Comparative Law LLM/MA at University of Göttingen cost?
International tuition is €1,400 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €2,800 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Göttingen?
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 15 Jul 2026. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is University of Göttingen good for Business & Law?
University of Göttingen ranks #101 in Law (THE 2026).
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