University of Turin

What you'll study

This two-year advanced law programme builds a foundation in international and transnational legal principles while offering specialised pathways in areas such as human rights, trade and investment, arbitration and dispute resolution, EU and comparative law, and regulatory compliance. Core subjects typically include Public International Law, Private International Law, Comparative Constitutional Law, International Trade and Investment Law, Transnational Litigation and Arbitration, and Methods of Comparative and Transnational Legal Research.

Teaching combines doctrinal instruction with case studies, seminars and practical workshops. Students normally take a mix of compulsory modules to ensure grounding in theory and procedure, plus elective modules to develop specialist knowledge. Practical elements often include moot courts, negotiation and arbitration simulations, legal clinics or pro bono projects, an independent research dissertation or thesis, and opportunities for placements or internships with law firms, courts, NGOs or international organisations.

• Core legal doctrine: public and private international law, conflict of laws, international human rights law.
• Transnational practice: international arbitration, cross-border litigation, enforcement of foreign judgements.
• Regulation and governance: EU law and institutions, global regulatory regimes, corporate compliance.
• Skills and methods: legal English for transnational practice, comparative methods, research design and legal writing.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a first-cycle law degree (for example an LLB or Italian Laurea) or an equivalent undergraduate qualification in law. Candidates with a degree in a related social science or international studies may be considered if they demonstrate substantial legal knowledge or relevant professional experience.

Typical application materials include an official academic transcript, a curriculum vitae, a personal statement or motivation letter, and at least one academic or professional reference. Where instruction or assessment is in English, proof of English language proficiency (such as IELTS or TOEFL) may be required for applicants whose first language is not English. Some applicants may be invited to an interview or to provide a writing sample.

Career prospects

Graduates from this programme are prepared for careers that require expertise in cross-border legal questions. Common career pathways include roles in international law firms and corporate legal departments dealing with cross-border transactions, international arbitration and dispute resolution practitioners, positions with intergovernmental organisations and international NGOs, regulatory and compliance roles in multinational companies, and advisory or policy roles in government and think tanks.

Alumni also pursue further academic research, PhD studies or careers in legal academia, often focusing on comparative law, human rights, or transnational governance. Practical training components and internship opportunities aim to help students build professional networks and transition into these roles.

Why study at University of Turin

The University of Turin has a long-standing Faculty of Law with active research in European, comparative and international law. Studying in Turin gives students access to a strong academic community, specialised research centres and visiting scholars, as well as formal and informal links with courts, legal clinics and institutions in Italy and beyond.

Turin’s location and international partnerships support opportunities for internships, summer programmes and exchanges. The programme benefits from a combination of doctrinal scholarship and practice-oriented training, multilingual teaching resources, and a student body with diverse legal and cultural backgrounds, all of which help prepare graduates for transnational legal careers.