LLM Educational Program with Radboud University
Highlights
The program provides a solid and international preparation in the field of International and European Law, offering students the chance to choose one of the following specializations:
- European Law and Global Affairs
- International and European Law Advanced
- Business Law
- Human Rights and Migration
The program aims at recruiting ambitious and motivated students, offering them the chance to learn in an exciting environment in one of the top 30 Research Institutes in Europe, according to the European Research Council.
The program is a tuition-paying program
In addition to tuition fees at Luiss, tuition payable to Radboud University for the academic year 2026-2027 is €2,700 for EU students.
Please note that tuition does not include living expenses. Students must pay for housing and meals.
Academic Coordinators
Prof. Rossella Sabia | rsabia@luiss.it
Prof. Alessio Persiani | apersiani@luiss.it
Single Commission
Prof. Daniele Gallo | dgallo@luiss.it
Prof. Alessia Farano | afarano@luiss.it
Prof. Barbara de Donno | bdedonno@luiss.it
Prof. Pietro Pustorino | pustorin@luiss.it
Who can apply
Students enrolled in the fourth year of the single-cycle Master’s degree program in Law can apply to this program. According to their major, students can apply for an LLM in International and European Law:
•Track International and European Law Advanced open to students majoring in Diritto Internazionale
•Track European Law and Global Affairs open to students majoring in Diritto Internazionale, European Law
•Track Business Law open to students majoring in Diritto Societario e Tributario, Diritto ed Economia delle Imprese, Diritto Civile, Diritto Amministrativo
•Track Human Rights and Migration open to students majoring in Diritto penale, Dirito amministrativo, Diritto internazionale, European Law
Available slots
Every year a total of 6 students can take part in the program.
Application Process
The Call for Application is published on Early December 2025 and students will be able to apply starting from 8 January 2026. Further information on the deadlines are reported in the table below. Details regarding the application process that are not available in this web page, will be available in the Call for Applications 2026/27, uploaded in the 'Useful documents' section at the bottom of this page.
Requirements
The Call for Application is published on Early December 2024 and students will be able to apply starting from 8 January 2025. Further information on the deadlines are reported in the table below. Details regarding the application process that are not available in this web page, will be available in the Call for Applications 2025/26, uploaded in the 'Useful documents' section at the bottom of this page.
The candidate for this program should have the following requirements:
- Have obtained a minimum of 180 ECTS
- Have a weighted average grade equal to or above 27/30
- English language:
• TOEFL iBT (note: not home edition): with overall score ≥ 90 and all subscores ≥ 22
• IELTS Academic: min. 6.5 overall, with a minimum score of 6.0 for the components listening, reading and speaking and a 6.5 minimum for writing (not home edition)
• Cambridge C1 Advanced, with overall score > 176, subscores > 169, writing score > 176
• Cambridge C2 Proficiency, with overall score >180, subscores > 169, writing score > 176
The language certificates must not be older than two years from the start of the mobility (August/September 2026). Applicants must meet the requirements using a single test.
Selection Process
Luiss will select a shortlist of candidates based on a non-disputable evaluation of the academic profile and the motivation of the student. Radboud will then select the candidates from the shortlist and will communicate results to Luiss in due time in order for students to register for the program.
International Degree Programs
Sergio Rios Perez
Francesca Annunziata
Agnese Antioco
Laura Bernaola Picca
Meri Kazazi
Anna Meneghin
Elena Salemi
Nicla Scaglione
Camilla Viganotti
Viale Romania 32
00197 Rome
T: +39 06 85225592
international@luiss.it
Opening hours
Monday, Wednesday and Friday:
10 am-noon
Tuesday and Thursday:
3 pm-4 pm
Selection Criteria
The selection follows a 3-step process:
| Step 1 | The eligible candidates will be ranked after the analysis of their academic performance (credits 53%, credits for internship 2%, weighted average grade 45%). |
| Step 2 | An interview will focus on the motivation, the academic background and the previous international or professional experiences |
| Step 3 | The partner Universities, analyzing the Luiss Commission ranking and the candidates’ dossiers, has the right to confirm the final ranking. |
Recap of the Deadlines
| Publication of the call | Early December 2025 |
| Apply for the program starting from | 8 January 2026 |
| Deadline to apply | 21 January 2026 at 12:00 PM CET (mezzogiorno) |
| Selection interviews | 18 February 2026 |
| Selection results | By 20 February 2026 (day might be subject to change) |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
While every effort will be made to provide students with complete, accurate and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to change, amend, modify or revoke the aforementioned program.
Luiss is not responsible for any cancellation or modification due to events beyond its control. If the program is cancelled or modified for these reasons, Luiss will inform all interested students in a timely manner.