Degree from a Dutch research university
This page outlines the step-by-step process for completing your application to a Master's programme at Utrecht University. Please read this information thoroughly before starting your application.
You are eligible if you have a:
- Bachelor degree with a major in law with a minimum grade average of 7.0 on a scale from 1 to 10.
- Bachelor degree at University College or Roosevelt Academy, including at least six law courses (45 EC) with a minimum grade average of 7.0 on a scale from 1 to 10.
This is a selective programme. Besides the grade requirement and the English language requirement, we select students based on their motivation for legal research. In the motivation letter you are invited to show your aptitude for the programme, by explaining what you like about doing research and/or what interests you in legal studies; what experience you have in doing (legal) research; and – if applicable - what other relevant activities you have undertaken besides your studies. On the basis of a written portfolio, you may be invited to an interview.
English language requirements
You are exempt from the English language requirement because you obtained your previous degree from a Dutch Research University.
There is no Pre-Master’s Programme available.
Applications open | 1 October |
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Application deadline for scholarship candidates | 1 February |
Application deadline for Non-EU passport holders | 1 April |
Application deadline for EU passport holders | 1 June |
All deadlines expire at 23:59 [CET/CEST] on the specified date. You must complete the application process (including submitting your application documents in OSIRIS Online Application and paying the application fee) by this time.
The following documents must be uploaded before the application deadline (depending on your previous education):
Degree from Utrecht University
Transcript from OSIRIS
Two writing samples
Degree from another Dutch Research University
Diploma or certified graduation statement (with graduation date and without any conditions)
Certified transcript (including courses, grades and GPA)
Please make sure the document has a stamp/signature and contact information of the institute.Two writing samples
Visit Studielink and complete the registration process. You can find all information on how to use Studielink here. After completing your Studielink application, you will receive login details for OSIRIS Online Application within 2 working days.
Apply via StudielinkAfter submitting your application to Studielink, you will receive an email with login details for OSIRIS Online Application. Here you can upload all required documents, check the status of your application and enter contact details of your referee(s).
After you upload all documents in OSIRIS, the Graduate School will evaluate them. We strive to inform you of our decision within 30 working days after the application deadline.