Technology is reshaping how societies protect rights, manage risk, and regulate innovation. This Master’s programme in Law – International Technology Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on how legal frameworks respond to emerging technologies such as AI, data-driven decision-making, and cybersecurity.
The Master’s programme in Law – International Technology Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam explores the intersection of technology and legal frameworks, addressing how societies adapt to innovations such as artificial intelligence, data-driven decision-making, and cybersecurity. This course prepares students to navigate the complex legal landscape shaped by emerging technologies.
The curriculum is designed to provide a robust legal foundation tailored to technology-related practice and policy. The core courses focus on essential aspects of international technology law, leading to a research-intensive Master’s thesis.
The Master’s Thesis component allows students to undertake comprehensive research on a chosen technology law topic, applying advanced legal analysis and academic writing skills under academic supervision.
Applicants should hold a qualification equivalent to a Dutch academic Bachelor’s degree from a research university, typically requiring a nominal duration of three years. Admission is granted when the degree is recognized as equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Law, alongside sufficient relevant coursework for the desired specializations.
Graduates of the programme are well-equipped for various career paths in law, technology, and policy-making. They may pursue roles in legal practice, governmental and non-governmental organizations, or private sector firms focusing on technology law, data protection, and human rights. The knowledge and skills developed throughout the programme prepare students to tackle contemporary legal challenges in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
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