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    Criminal Law

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    Groningen, NLLLMIn-person1 year
    €22,200.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits

    Criminal Law at University of Groningen is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person LLM program based in Groningen, NL. Tuition is €22,200.

    About the program

    The program covers substantive and procedural criminal law from comparative and international perspectives, addressing organised crime, financial crime, cybercrime, and international crimes. It includes courses on judicial cooperation, human rights, and a master's thesis.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Ed Law 2026: =59th

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    May 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT 100 (Listening 21, Speaking 21, Reading 21, Writing 23)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic 7.0 (Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €11,040.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Criminal Law at University of Groningen cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Criminal Law at University of Groningen is €22,200 across 60 required credits.
    Is Criminal Law at University of Groningen online or in-person?
    Criminal Law at University of Groningen is offered in-person.
    How long does Criminal Law at University of Groningen take to complete?
    Criminal Law at University of Groningen is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Criminal Law at University of Groningen?
    Per the program's published guidance: equivalent minimum GPA of 7.0/10 (Dutch grading scale)
    What work-permit options follow Criminal Law at University of Groningen?
    Post-completion work rights for Criminal Law at University of Groningen: 1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)