University of Turin

What you'll study

The programme combines core modules in public international law, European Union law and comparative private law with specialised courses on transnational regulatory frameworks. Teaching emphasises doctrinal analysis, comparative methods and practical skills for cross-border legal practice.

• Core subjects: Public International Law; European Union Law; Comparative Constitutional and Administrative Law; Private International Law (Conflict of Laws).
• Specialist modules: International Trade and Investment Law; International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law; Transnational Commercial Contracts; Corporate Compliance and Corporate Governance in a global context.
• Skills and methods: Legal Research Methods; Comparative Legal Reasoning; Negotiation and Advocacy; International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution.
• Practical experience: Moot courts, legal clinics, supervised internships with courts, law firms, NGOs or international organisations and workshops with practitioners.
• Research component: A substantial dissertation or professional project on a transnational legal topic, supported by faculty supervision.

Programme delivery typically mixes seminars, small-group problem-based learning, case studies and guest lectures from international practitioners. Assessment is by a combination of essays, oral examinations, practical tasks and the final dissertation or project.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a first-cycle degree in law (LLB or equivalent) or a closely related social sciences degree with sufficient legal training. Admission is competitive and based on academic transcripts, a curriculum vitae, a statement of purpose and at least one academic or professional reference.

Proficiency in English is required; successful applicants demonstrate fluency through recognised tests or prior study in English. Applicants with degrees awarded under different legal traditions should provide transcripts and, where helpful, a short explanation of the curriculum to assist assessment. Work experience in legal or international settings is an advantage but not mandatory.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue careers in a range of international and transnational contexts. Typical destinations include:

• International law firms and boutique practices specialising in cross-border litigation, arbitration and transactional work.
• European and international institutions, including EU bodies, United Nations agencies and regional organisations.
• Non-governmental organisations and human rights advocacy groups working on transnational issues.
• Corporate legal departments and compliance units managing regulatory risk across jurisdictions.
• Alternative dispute resolution and international arbitration centres.
• Academia and policy research institutes focusing on comparative and transnational law.

The programme’s practical components and career services help students build networks and obtain internships that facilitate entry into these roles.

Why study at University of Turin

The University of Turin has a long-standing law faculty with a strong international orientation and well-established research centres in public and private international law. The faculty combines scholars active in comparative and transnational research with practitioners who contribute to seminars and clinical activities.

Turin’s strategic location in a European economic and diplomatic hub provides access to courts, international organisations and law firms, while institutional partnerships and exchange agreements widen student mobility and internship opportunities. Students benefit from targeted support services, language courses, and a range of extracurricular activities that complement the academic programme and prepare graduates for transnational legal careers.