Bachelor in Law

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Paris

Program Overview

The Bachelor's in Law at Université Paris Cité is a three-year program that builds strong legal reasoning skills, deep knowledge of public and private law fundamentals, and expertise in legal documentation tools, making it ideal for students passionate about careers like magistrate, lawyer, notary, or corporate counsel. It suits motivated high school graduates with a French baccalaureate or equivalent, offering pathways like the Excellence Program for top performers, dual degrees, or a Healthcare Track for medical-legal interests, all while preparing you for advanced master's studies.

Curriculum structure
Year 1 (L1): You'll dive into the basics of legal thinking with courses like Introduction to Law and Constitutional Law, supported by tutoring sessions to build a solid work ethic and foundational understanding of French legal principles. Add Legal Writing, where you learn to organize arguments, craft briefs, and analyze societal issues through structured writing practice. This year sets a strong base, blending theory with practical skills for success in later stages.

Year 2 (L2): Building on fundamentals, you'll explore core public and private law concepts while advancing in Legal Writing to refine reasoning and debate skills on real-world problems. The Excellence Program option kicks in here for top students, offering advanced classes and critical analysis workshops with faculty experts. You'll also gain proficiency in analyzing court decisions and legal texts, preparing for deeper specialization.

Year 3 (L3): Focus shifts to practical application through the Legal Clinic, where you'll train in real legal consultation and case resolution alongside advanced seminars on cross-cutting issues. Courses emphasize drafting standardized legal acts, briefing notes, and resolving case studies, with options like the joint program at University of Turin for bilingual students earning a dual degree. This culminates in skills for professional entry or master's programs.

Focus areas: Public and private law fundamentals, legal reasoning, documentation tools, constitutional law, court decision analysis, contract understanding, and specialized tracks like healthcare or excellence.

Learning outcomes: Acquire analytical skills to interpret constitutions, laws, treaties, and contracts; draft legal acts and briefs; resolve case studies; and develop bilingual proficiency in select programs for international careers.

Professional alignment (accreditation): The program aligns directly with French legal qualifications, preparing you for national civil service exams, CRFPA (lawyer entrance), and master's in research or professional fields; it's accredited as a standard Licence de Droit by Université Paris Cité.

Reputation (employability rankings): Graduates excel in law-related roles like public service, corporate law, insurance, and banking, with strong pathways to competitive master's and internships via partnerships like Ecole 42 and Sciences Po; the Faculty's research centers and doctoral school underscore its prestige, though specific QS or Guardian rankings for this program are not detailed in official sources.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Université Paris Cité's Bachelor's in Law goes far beyond textbook learning. You'll develop real-world legal expertise through hands-on training that prepares you for actual legal practice, whether you're aiming to become a magistrate, lawyer, notary, or corporate counsel. The Faculty provides integrated learning experiences where theory meets practice from day one:

Practical skill development happens through dedicated programs and facilities:

- Legal Clinic — Work directly with real clients on actual legal cases under supervision of practicing lawyers and notaries. Available from your third year onward, this gives you authentic consulting experience and exposure to the complexity of legal practice

- Legal Writing Course — Master the art of legal briefs in your first and second years, focusing on organizing arguments, developing reasoning skills, and applying legal concepts to real French society issues

- Tutoring Sessions — Receive personalized guidance in foundational courses like Introduction to Law and Constitutional Law, ensuring you build strong analytical habits early

- Excellence Program — If you're a top performer, gain access to advanced seminars combining critical analysis workshops with general knowledge courses, plus priority placement for internship opportunities in master's programs

- Internship Partnerships — The Faculty has formal agreements with institutions like École 42, providing structured internship opportunities under professional supervision

- Jeanne Chauvin Library — Access comprehensive legal resources and research materials at this modern library facility on the Malakoff-Porte de Vanves campus

- Research Centers — Engage with cutting-edge legal scholarship through five dedicated research institutions, including the Law and Health Institute and the Center for Business Law and Management, allowing you to see how legal theory advances professional practice

- Joint International Program — Spend your third year at the University of Turin, earning dual degrees and gaining exposure to Italian law and legal systems while maintaining your Paris education

- Self-Study and Digital Resources — The university provides computer access, word processing tools, language learning software, and guidance from support staff to enhance your independent research and writing

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Université Paris Cité's Bachelor in Law program, you'll dive into hands-on learning that builds real-world legal skills right from the start, like analyzing court decisions, drafting legal acts, and mastering legal documentation tools—preparing you for careers as a lawyer, magistrate, or corporate counsel. Through specialized workshops and partnerships, you get practical training in legal writing, case studies, and even internships, all while developing bilingual French-Italian expertise in a program that spans France and Italy. This experiential approach ensures you're not just studying law—you're applying it, with access to top facilities like the Faculty's research centers and dedicated library.

Here's how our program equips you with practical tools and opportunities:
- Legal Clinic: Hands-on workshop for L3 students to train in real legal consultation and practical law aspects, building skills in client advising and case resolution.
- Legal Writing Course: Focused training in L1 and L2 to organize arguments, develop reasoning, and write briefs on French societal issues—essential for professional legal documents.
- Tutoring Sessions: Personalized support in Introduction to Law and Constitutional Law for first-year students, fostering strong work ethic and foundational skills.
- Internships via Partnerships: Access to internships at Ecole 42 (under certain conditions) and priority placements in M1 "Work Experience" internships through the Excellence Program.
- Excellence Program Seminars: For top students, advanced workshops on cross-sectional legal issues, critical analysis (L2), and general knowledge courses (L3) with faculty experts.
- Research Centers and Institutes: Five dedicated centers like the Center for Business Law and Management (CEDAG), Law and Health Institute, and Maurice Hauriou Center for in-depth legal research and projects.
- Jeanne Chauvin Library: Specialized law library on the Malakoff-Porte de Vanves campus with self-study spaces and resources tailored for legal studies.
- University IT and Learning Resources: Including language learning software for French/Italian (key for the Turin mobility year), self-service computers, and word processing tools for legal docs.