Munich University Summer Training in German and European Law

Study Law at Munich University

July 5 - 30, 2010

Cordially welcomes all students of MUST Programme 2010.




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Description

The European Union is one of the two largest economic areas in the world. Within the European Union, Germany is an important member in terms of both population and economic output. Doing business in Europe and Germany requires a thorough knowledge of the legal system and the norms and regulations governing the transaction in question. There is an increasing demand for foreign lawyers with a basic understanding of European and German law. Lawyers with such a background will be able to collaborate with German lawyers in cross-border transactions or to work in Germany. In addition, an understanding of another legal system enhances the intellectual capabilities necessary for excellence both in legal practice and academia. German legal scholarship, in particular, is renowned for its systematic approach to the law.

In summer 2010, the Faculty of Law of the Munich University – one of the leading law faculties in Germany – will offer a unique summer programme for lawyers and law students from abroad. Located in the heart of the Bavarian capital Munich with its extraordinary cultural attractions, historical sites, fine restaurants, and the world famous beer gardens, the course provides an in-depth introduction to German and European law. Special attention will be devoted to areas that are of interest to the foreign business lawyer, i.e. corporate, securities, and antitrust law as well as business taxation. The challenging programme was a great success in its first eight years and hosted participants from over 20 countries in the summer 2009.

Most classes will be taught by law professors, who are leading scholars in their respective fields and have many years of teaching experience, from the Faculty of Law. The size of the programme will be strictly limited and students will be carefully selected in order to guarantee excellent study conditions. Classes and examinations will be held in English. Knowledge of German is not a requirement. Students will have the opportunity to take an examination at the end of the programme. This will be mandatory for those students, who are awarded a scholarship by the German Academic Exchange Service. Successful participation in the examination will be documented by a certificate issued by the Faculty of Law of the Munich University. A certificate of attendance will be available to those students, who do not wish to sit or who do not successfully complete examination.

Organisation

The Faculty of Law of the Munich University organizes the programme in cooperation with the International University Club of Munich (IUCM) and the International Office at Munich University.