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    Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v)

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    Helsinki, FIOTMIn-person2 yearsFinnish
    7.5%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    50
    Cohort
    students
    120
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    Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person OTM program based in Helsinki, FI.

    About the program

    The program consists of 120 ECTS credits over two years, including general studies, elective law courses, internship, and advanced studies featuring a 30-credit thesis, project seminar, and project exam. Focus areas include public law, private law, criminal law, procedural law, administrative law, environmental law, economic law, society and law, and general legal sciences.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Mar 24, 2027

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years residence permit to look for work (Finland)

    €52,500.00
    Avg starting salary
    €11,520.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki online or in-person?
    Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki is offered in-person.
    How long does Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki take to complete?
    Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How competitive is Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki?
    Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki reports an acceptance rate of approximately 7.5%.
    How large is the Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki cohort?
    Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki typically enrolls around 50 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki?
    Post-completion work rights for Oikeustieteen maisterin koulutusohjelma, oikeustieteen maisteri (2 v) at University of Helsinki: 2 years residence permit to look for work (Finland)