LLM Educational Program with the University of Glasgow
Highlights
The program gives a solid and international preparation in several areas of Law, providing the following specializations (LLM):
- International Commercial Law
- International Competition Law & Policy
- International Law
- LL.M. in International Economic Law
- LLM Intellectual Property and the Digital Economy
- LL.M. in Corporate & Financial Law
Studying for an LLM at Glasgow equips students with the knowledge and skills needed in an ever-increasing competitive legal market.
It offers a solid preparation to work in environments such as international courts, the European Commission, international law firms, governments, the banking and finance sector, and academic institutions around the world.
The program is a tuition-paying program - in addition to tuition fees at Luiss University.
In addition to Luiss tuition fees, students participating in this program also pay tuition fees to Glasgow University with a 40% discount, hence the tuition payable for the 2026-2027 academic year is £17.000.
Please note that tuition does not include living expenses.
Academic Coordinators
Prof. Rossella Sabia | rsabia@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
Applican 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.
Who can apply
Students enrolled in the fourth year of the single-cycle Master’s degree in Law can apply to this program. According to their majors, students can apply for:
- LL.M. in International Commercial Law open to students majoring in Diritto Internazionale, European Law, Diritto Societario e Tributario, Diritto ed Economia delle Imprese
- LL.M. in International Competition Law & Policy open to students majoring in Diritto Internazionale, European Law, Diritto Amministrativo, Diritto ed Economia delle Imprese
- LL.M. in International Law open to students majoring in Diritto Internazionale
- LLM Intellectual Property and the Digital Economy open to students majoring in Law and Innovation, Diritto ed Economia delle Imprese
- LL.M. in Corporate & Financial Law open to student majoring in Diritto Societario e Tributario, Diritto Civile, Diritto ed Economia delle Imprese
- LL.M. in Human Rights open to students majoring in in Diritto Internazionale, European Law, Diritto amministrativo
- LL.M. International Economic Law open to students majoring in Diritto Internazionale, European Law, Diritto Societario e Tributario, Diritto ed Economia delle Imprese
- LL.M. in Technology Law and Regulation open to students majoring in Law and Innovation, European Law, Diritto ed Economia delle imprese
- LLM Climate Law and Justice open to students majoring in Diritto internazionale, European Law, Law and Innovation
- LLM Human Rights open to students majoring in European Law, Diritto internazionale
- LLM Technology, Law and Regulation open to students majoring in Law and Innovation, Diritto amministrativo.
Available slots
Every year a total of 5 students can take part in the program.
Requirements
Candidates for this program should have the following requirements:
- Weighted average grade equal to or above 27/30
- Credits: at least 180 ECTS by the application deadline and 218 ECTS before departure for Glasgow
As for English language, candidates should have one of the following certificates:
- IELTS Academic Module (not General Training): min. 7.0 with no subtests under 6.5
- TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome): min. 95 with minimum R 23, L 23, S 22, W 24.
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): min. 185 overall, no subtest less than 176
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): min. 185 overall, no subtest less than 176
- Pearson Academic (PTE): min. 68 with minimum 62 in all subtests.
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 University will select a shortlist of candidates based on a non-disputable evaluation of the academic profile and the motivation of the student.
Results will be communicated to the University of Glasgow which reserves the right to make the final choice.
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.
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