Law Undergraduate Program (English)

General Information

The English-medium Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Program at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) Faculty of Law offers an international and multicultural learning environment where students from various countries study together. Delivered entirely in English, the program equips students with a globally applicable legal vocabulary and makes legal education accessible to learners from Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and beyond.

The curriculum is grounded in universal legal principles and is designed independently of any single national legal system. Instead, it emphasizes comparative law, international law, European Union law, and core common law concepts—an approach that significantly enhances international students’ academic adaptability and professional mobility.

Moreover, the program benefits from a strong academic collaboration with the University of Bologna, one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious law faculties. Through this partnership, students gain exposure to European legal traditions, benefit from contributions of international professors, and gain early access to global academic and professional networks.

Education

All courses in the program are taught entirely in English, enabling students to master a legal terminology that is recognized worldwide. Both TRNC citizens and international students are eligible to apply.

The educational experience includes:

• A comprehensive curriculum of 115 credits and 40 courses,
• Strong academic coverage in key fields such as criminal law, constitutional law, contract law, administrative law, international law, and EU law,
• Intensive training in legal research and writing,
• Case analyses, simulations, and moot court exercises for practical skill development,
• A critical thinking–oriented approach supported by both digital and traditional research methods,
• Language support programs for students who require additional English reinforcement.

One of the program’s major advantages is its educational model, which is not confined to any single national legal system but is instead built upon universal legal principles, comparative law, and international norms. This structure equips graduates with strong adaptability and competitiveness in global legal environments. Moreover, the curriculum is fully aligned with the student exchange program conducted in collaboration with the University of Bologna Faculty of Law, enabling students to spend one semester or a full academic year at the University of Bologna through this privileged agreement, with full academic recognition..

Facilities

Campus facilities available for international and TRNC students are among the strongest aspects of the program:

Advanced Academic Infrastructure

• Large, modern, and technologically equipped classrooms (9 lecture halls with capacities ranging from 25 to 390 students),
• Computers, projectors, and display systems in every classroom; audio and recording systems in major lecture halls,
• A 55 m² Computer Laboratory with full-time technical support,
• Dedicated spaces for individual and group study.

Extensive Library Resources

Students have full access to the EMU Özay Oral Library, one of the largest university libraries in the TRNC, offering:

• Over 160,000 printed books,
• More than 30,000 e-journals,
• Over 30,000 e-books,
• 50+ international databases.

Additionally, the Prof. Dr. Esin Konanç Library, housing more than 6,431 law books and reputable law journals, provides an important specialized resource for law students.

International Academic Exposure

• Joint courses with the University of Bologna,
• Opportunities to learn from foreign professors,
• Participation in international conferences, seminars, and academic events,
• A culturally diverse academic community that enhances global perspectives.

Social and Cultural Environment

• Over 100 student clubs,
• A multicultural campus life,
• A safe, student-oriented campus environment.

Altogether, this extensive infrastructure allows international students to enjoy a rich academic experience while also benefiting from strong social and cultural integration.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the LL.B. program enjoy broad career mobility across the globe. With its English-medium curriculum and comparative legal perspective, the program prepares students for a wide range of professional paths.

Legal Professions

Graduates may pursue careers as:

• Lawyers,
• Judges or Prosecutors,
• Notaries,
• Legal Advisors,
• Academics,

with eligibility depending on the regulations of their respective countries.

International Career Fields

Due to the program’s strong international orientation, graduates can also find opportunities in:

• International organizations (UN, EU institutions, UNDP, UNICEF, etc.),
• Foreign affairs, diplomacy, and public administration,
• Legal departments of multinational companies,
• Finance, banking, insurance, energy, and commercial sectors,
• NGOs and human rights organizations,
• Immigration law, international trade law, and arbitration.

Academic Advancement

The program provides a solid academic foundation for students wishing to pursue master’s and doctoral studies. Collaborations with leading European universities—particularly the University of Bologna—facilitate academic progression and recognition across Europe.

Contact

Tel: +90 392 630 1171 / 1644
Fax: +90 392 365 4910
E-mail: hukuk.info@emu.edu.tr
Web: http://hukuk.emu.edu.tr