This cycle of studies, with process number NCE/14/00186, was accredited by the Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Agency on 2 October 2015, for a period of 6 years, and registered by the Directorate-General for Higher Education on 9 October 2015, with number R/A-Cr 287/2015. On 2nd June 2023, the Board of Directors of the Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Agency decided to renew the accreditation for a period of 4 years, starting on 31st July 2021 (process PERA/2021/1400186).
Quality, practical vocation and professional enrichment
WHAT IT CONSISTS OF
The Master’s Study Cycle in Law and Legal Practice aims to complement the knowledge obtained in the Bachelor’s Degree. It consists of a specialisation course, lasting one academic year (two semesters), and the preparation phase of the master’s dissertation, lasting one semester, for a total of 90 credits (ECTS).
CONTENT
The Specialisation Course involves attending 4 curricular units in each semester, complemented by a subject, with a lower number of credits (ECTS), on scientific research methodology. The curricular units are selected from a very varied and innovative group within the scope of the intended Speciality.
In the second phase, the Master’s student prepares and presents an original dissertation, under the supervision of a Doctor of Laws. The Master’s Dissertation can be replaced by an Internship Report, with a view to getting closer to the professional world, within the institutional protocols and existing vacancies for this purpose.
WHO IT IS AIMED AT
Graduates who wish to complement their qualifications with training aimed at the exercise of legal professions, as well as professions in which legal knowledge is decisive for success.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This course provides master’s students with solid knowledge with a view to the practical application of law in the exercise of legal professions such as advocacy, the judiciary and the Public Prosecutor’s Office, legal consultancy, business management, diplomacy and careers in European and international organisations, among others.
Master’s and Doctorate Regulations (2021)
Regulations for the Master’s Programme in Law and Legal Practice
Postgraduate Studies Regulations of the University of Lisbon (2020) and Declaration of Rectification (2020)
Creation of the New Cycle of Studies – Master’s Degree in Law and Legal Practice