Programmes
LL.M.

Second-Cycle (Master) programme "Technology Law"

Degree
Master in Social Science in Law
Duration
Full time attendance - 1 year: Part-time attendance - 2 years
Language
English
Credits
60 ECTS
Fee
6 500 EUR per year
Accredited until
31 December 2027

Programme details

Programme structure

The one-year programme comprises 60 ECTS, including a 30 ECTS Master’s thesis. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Technology Law.

The programme is particularly suited for those seeking careers in:

  • legal practice and in-house counsel roles,
  • technology and ICT-related industries,
  • public administration, regulation, and policy-making.

Courses

Students have to complete six mandatory courses and two optional courses. 

Course list:

Foundation courses: 

  • Introduction to law and technology 
  • Legal Research and Interdisciplinarity

Mandatory courses:

  • EU Data Protection Law, Privacy and Fundamental Rights 
  • Regulating Digital Technologies in the EU 
  • Platform Regulation (Platform Regulation, Intermediary Liability, and Enforcement) 
  • Artificial Intelligence, Disruptive Tech, and the Law
  • Cybercrime and Cybersecurity in Europe            
  • Computational methods for legal research and compliance 

Admission requirements

The second-cycle (academic Master) study programme "Technology Law" is open to all interested candidates who have successfully completed a first-cycle or second-cycle higher education in law or a related field of at least four years (240 ECTS) of study. English language skills at least at B2 level.

Admission rules for Masters programmes are available here:

 

Hear from our students

Elvīra Krēķe
Latvia

RGSL has undoubtedly helped me to develop, not only as a professional and in gaining the necessary academic knowledge to conquer the labor market, it has also provided me with personal skills which will benefit me throughout life. RGSL provides a variety of opportunities which help us to go beyond borders

Anete Kleinberga
Latvia

The highlight of my experience are the relationships that I formed, especially with the professors who came from abroad. They opened up a window of opportunities… the open-minded and broad perspective was guided by the international professors. 

Tīna Vecvagare
Latvia

RGSL is a place where you, apart from your regular studies, are constantly given opportunities to participate in events such as discussions, workshops and moot courts where you add to your professional skills and network with already established professionals in the field, which is one of the many prerequisites for a successful career.

Contact person

If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact Masters Programmes Administrator
Daina Račinska
Masters Study Programme Administrator
  /  +371 67039 206