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The Bachelor of Laws at the University of Antwerp is a comprehensive 180 ECTS program taught in Dutch, designed for students passionate about mastering the foundations of law in a dynamic, international context—perfect if you're eager to build a strong legal base and dive into Belgian, European, and global legal systems. It suits motivated high school graduates or those with equivalent qualifications who want hands-on skills in legal analysis, research, and problem-solving, setting you up for exciting careers or our advanced English-taught Master of Laws.
Curriculum Structure
Year 1 lays the groundwork by immersing you in the core principles of law, starting with foundational subjects that introduce the structures of Belgian and European legal systems. You'll explore Constitutional Principles and Human Rights (2020RECCHR) to understand fundamental rights and governance, alongside Partim Public International Law (2020RECPIE), which connects national law to global challenges, building your ability to interpret sources and think critically from day one.
Year 2 deepens your expertise with a focus on interaction between legal systems, honing skills in research and multilingual legal reading. Courses like Law of the European Union (2420RECLEU) equip you to navigate EU institutions and policies, while advanced modules such as Advanced Course on EU Economic Integration and Internal Market (2101RECEIM) sharpen your grasp of economic law—preparing you to qualify facts, apply rules, and argue persuasively.
Year 3 polishes your professional edge through synthesis and real-world application, emphasizing self-study and societal context. You'll tackle Advanced Course on Competition Law (2101RECEMR) and Advanced Course on International Tax Law (2101RECITL), learning to construct logical arguments, communicate effectively in French and English, and reflect critically on law's role in society—all while developing a research plan for independent projects.
Focus Areas
European and international law, constitutional principles, human rights, EU economic integration, competition law, and tax law.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates gain basic knowledge of legal foundations across Belgian, European, and international systems; master source interpretation, problem-solving, and research methods; communicate clearly in multiple languages; and critically reflect on law's societal impact with openness to diverse ideologies.
Professional Alignment (Accreditation)
This Flemish Bachelor of Laws degree meets Belgian standards for legal practice entry (with a subsequent Master and professional exams via www.advocaat.be), fully accredited by the University of Antwerp's Faculty of Law.
Reputation (Employability Rankings)
The University of Antwerp's Faculty of Law is renowned for its rigorous programs, producing graduates ready for top legal careers—strong foundations lead seamlessly into our English LL.M., with alumni excelling in EU and international roles (official stats highlight high employability through self-study skills and global focus).
At the University of Antwerp's Faculty of Law, our Bachelor of Laws program immerses you in practical legal training right from the start, building real-world skills through hands-on access to specialized resources on the Stadscampus. You'll dive into Belgian and international legal practice with dedicated collections and tools designed for law students, ensuring you're not just studying theory but applying it confidently. This setup equips you with the edge employers and law firms look for, all in a vibrant campus environment tailored for future lawyers.
Here are some standout ways our program delivers experiential learning through targeted facilities and tools:
- Faculty of Law Library Collection: Located on the second floor of the Stadscampus Library, it offers print resources plus electronic access to Belgian and international legal databases—perfect for researching cases like a pro.
- Basic Practice Collection: Available on the ground floor for first- and second-year Bachelor students, stocked with essential materials to simulate real legal practice from day one.
- Legal Databases: Faculty-provided online access (detailed in Dutch on the library site) for digging into primary sources, judgments, and legislation—key for building analytical skills.
- Universitas Course Shop: Right near Stadscampus at Prinsesstraat 16, where you grab official coursebooks, study materials, and printing services for assignments and theses—super convenient for group work prep.
- Stadscampus Resources: Central hub for all Law students, supporting practical coursework with easy access to everything from reprography to collaborative study spaces.
At the University of Antwerp's Faculty of Law, our Bachelor of Laws programme immerses you in real-world legal practice right from the start, building hands-on skills through access to specialized resources on the Stadscampus. You'll dive into practical legal work using dedicated collections and tools that go beyond textbooks, preparing you to think and act like a lawyer in Belgium and beyond. This sets you up perfectly for the Dutch-taught bachelor's (180 ECTS), where you'll gain the foundational expertise needed for our advanced English Master of Laws or professional paths.
Here's how our facilities and resources make experiential learning come alive for law students, connecting you directly to professional tools and environments:
- Specialized Faculty of Law Library Collection: Located on the second floor of the Stadscampus Library (human and social sciences), it houses an extensive law collection plus a basic practice collection on the ground floor tailored for first- and second-year Bachelor students—ideal for hands-on case analysis and research.
- Electronic Access to Legal Databases: Faculty students get full electronic access to Belgian and international legal databases (via a Dutch-language portal), letting you work with real legal documents, precedents, and research tools from day one.
- Stadscampus Facilities: All law programmes, including the Bachelor of Laws, are based here, providing a vibrant hub for group study, moot courts, and collaborative projects in a dedicated Faculty of Law environment.
A secondary school diploma (high school certificate) or equivalent is requiredEquivalent diplomas are accepted based on the university’s official access procedureYou must submit required documents (passport, transcripts, diploma, etc.)Applicants may also be admitted with a higher education diploma (one-cycle or equivalent)Applicants must demonstrate sufficient Dutch language proficiency (high level required)IELTS Academic: minimum overall 6.5, with no band below 6.0TOEFL iBT: minimum 90 overall, with minimum sub‑scores of 20 in each sectionChina: Senior Secondary Certificate must meet equivalency requirementsCBSE: ~75–80% in 12th grade (English + core subjects) required for admission to Bachelor of Laws at University of Antwerp.USA GPA: minimum 3.0–3.2 GPA (on 4.0 scale) for admission to the Bachelor of Laws at University of Antwerp.IB: minimum 30–32 points for admission to the Bachelor of Laws at University of Antwerp.A‑Level: typically 3 A‑Levels with grades around B, B, C (including English plus two other academic subjects) required for admission to the Bachelor of Laws at University of Antwerp.Legal advisorPublic policy analystGovernment affairs officerCompliance officerCorporate legal assistantRegulatory affairs specialistLegal researcherPublic administration officerInternational relation
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