Chinese Law and Comparative Law LLM/MA University of Göttingen

Nanjing University, People's Republic of China

Law courses at the Nanjing University are held in German (80%) and English (20%). Participants can choose different levels of Chinese language courses.

The Master's programme in Chinese Law and Comparative Law aims to provide profound knowledge of Chinese law, language and culture to students who have completed a first degree in Law or Chinese Studies. It offers education in Comparative and International Law, Chinese Civil and Public Law, Chinese language and legal terminology. Students have the opportunity to achieve a Master of Laws (LLM) or a Master of Arts (MA), depending on their specialisation.

The four-semester programme gives an overview of Chinese law and the Chinese legal system. Furthermore, during the two-semester study period in China, participants gain language skills and intercultural experience.

15 July for the following winter semester

The second and third semesters at Nanjing University: approx. 1,400 EUR per semester as well as 600 RMB registration fee

During the course of study, students gain knowledge in the field of Chinese Law and Comparative Law and can choose between two specifications: Chinese Studies with courses in regional studies, Chinese legal thought and legal history (MA), or Law Studies consisting of advanced law courses (LLM).

In the first semester in Göttingen, students will expand and deepen their knowledge of law and the Chinese language. While graduates of sinology focus on deepening their knowledge of law, law graduates increase their Chinese language skills.

The second and third semesters are spent in Nanjing, where Chinese law will be the main focus. Depending on their proficiency in Chinese, students also attend Chinese language courses at various levels.

The fourth semester is reserved for preparing and writing the Master's thesis in Göttingen.

During the two-semester study period in China, participants gain language skills and intercultural experience.

1,400 EUR

The second and third semesters at Nanjing University: approx. 1,400 EUR per semester as well as 600 RMB registration fee

The first and fourth semesters at University of Göttingen: approx. 400 EUR per semester

Fees include a pre-paid semester ticket that entitles students to use regional trains and buses free of charge within Germany.

Fees: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/fee
Semester ticket: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/16432.html

The average cost of living in Göttingen is modest compared to other major university cities in Germany. Currently, expenses for accommodation, food, health insurance and books are about 850 EUR per month. Please note that fees for health insurance may vary according to age.

Students of the University of Göttingen receive discounts for cultural events.

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor's programme (or equivalent) in law or Chinese studies or another relevant subject.

The minimum requirement for admission to the MA programme with study focus Chinese Studies is 36 credits from law courses and proof of proficiency in the Chinese language (HSK 3).

The LLM programme with study focus in Law Studies requires a minimum of 66 credits from law courses and proof of basic knowledge of the Chinese language (HSK 2-3, CEFR A.2.1.).

For further information, please visit our website: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/423274.html.

Applicants must provide proof of basic knowledge of the Chinese language:

• study focus in Chinese Studies, MA: HSK 3
• study focus in Law Studies, LLM: HSK 2-3, CEFR A.2.1.

Non-native speakers of German must provide proof of their fluency in German: TDN 4 / DSH 2.

15 July for the following winter semester

Germany scholarship: Deutschlandstipendium
Lower Saxony Scholarship: Niedersachsenstipendium

The university supports students in finding part-time jobs in local industries and businesses. A number of student jobs are also available at the university. They are announced on the following website: www.stellenwerk-goettingen.de.

Please note that restrictions may apply with your scholarship or visa. Non-EU students are subject to special regulations.

Some proficiency in German may be indispensable to find a job. Non-EU students are permitted to work a maximum of 120 full days (240 half days) per year.

The Accommodation Service of the International Office supports international students who are enrolled at the University of Göttingen in finding accommodation and serves as a point of contact for related queries. The Accommodation Service also publishes suitable offers from private landlords in Göttingen and collaborates with the Student Services ("Studierendenwerk"). As the number of available accommodation options in Göttingen is limited, it is highly recommended to contact the Accommodation Service as early as possible.

The University of Nanjing has several dorms for international students, for which an application is possible after admission. Rental expenses for off-campus living vary in accordance with locations and apartment types.

The Career Service of the university offers individual support for the job entry. Especially for international students aiming for a career entry in Germany, the Career Service provides topic-specific workshops, online learning modules, and a qualification programme.

The "Start Guides" project also offers assistance in developing and realising individual career perspectives in Germany.

If you are interested in the topic of founding a company, start-up support is offered! The university supports you with advice, funding, qualification formats and network contacts. Start-up support

The International Office provides a wide range of services for international students.

German students help newly arrived students to adapt to the university and the city during their first weeks.

An orientation week for new international students provides valuable information about Göttingen and the university.

Study Buddy Programme: part of the project Integration and Diversity at Göttingen University (InDiGU)

Foyer International: meetings and activities for all students

German courses during studies (free of charge)