Lund University

Overview

The Master’s in European and International Trade and Tax Law at Lund University is designed to equip students with advanced legal skills necessary for navigating cross-border business operations. The programme emphasizes the complexities of EU law and international legal frameworks, allowing students to specialize in either trade law or tax law. This one-year course is delivered on-campus in Sweden and is conducted in English, making it accessible to a diverse range of international students.

What you'll study

The programme features two distinct tracks, allowing students to tailor their education to their specific interests and career goals.

Track 1: European and International Trade Law

• International Contract Law
• Intellectual Property, Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence
• Intellectual Property and Sustainability

Track 2: European and International Tax Law

• The Fundamentals of European and International Indirect Taxation
• The Fundamentals of European and International Direct Taxation
• Advanced European and International Direct Taxation

The learning approach emphasizes EU legal sources and international perspectives, fostering the development of legal analysis and research skills essential for addressing multi-jurisdictional issues. Coursework is aligned with current professional and policy needs, ensuring students gain relevant and applicable knowledge.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in Law or a related field such as Economics, Business Administration, Political Science, or International Relations. The degree must include the following legal background:

• General entry: a minimum of 15 credits in Law (or equivalent knowledge).
• Additional requirements for the tax law track: either 15 credits in Tax Law if holding a Law degree, or 30 credits in Tax Law if coming from one of the other specified fields.

There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA score requirements for this programme.

Career prospects

Graduates from the Master’s in European and International Trade and Tax Law can pursue various career paths in both the public and private sectors. Potential roles include legal advisors, compliance officers, and policy analysts, among others. The skills and knowledge acquired through this programme prepare students to effectively address complex legal challenges in a globalized economy. Furthermore, upon completion of their studies, graduates may be eligible to apply for a residence permit to work in Sweden, expanding their career opportunities within the EU and beyond.