Bachelor in Law

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

ESAM School of Management Finance & Law Paris

Program Overview

The Bachelor in Law at ESAM School of Management, Finance & Law in Paris is a dynamic 3-year program that gives you a solid foundation in law and political science, mirroring the curricula of top French universities, while building real-world skills through up to 15 months of internships in France or abroad and international study options. It's perfect for ambitious students passionate about legal careers, offering flexibility like work-study (alternance) in the third year on the Paris campus, soft skills development, and pathways to advanced programs like the Mastère Pro Corporate Jurist.

Curriculum Structure
Year 1 immerses you in the fundamentals of legal reasoning and political systems, setting a strong base just like at prestigious Parisian universities. You'll dive into core modules such as Introduction to Law and Political Science, exploring key principles and institutions, alongside Public Law to understand governance structures and Private Law basics for everyday legal applications.

Year 2 builds on that foundation with deeper exploration of legal branches and analytical skills, preparing you for complex real-world scenarios. Key modules include Constitutional Law, where you'll study government frameworks and rights, Civil Law focusing on contracts and obligations, and Criminal Law to grasp justice systems and procedures.

Year 3 sharpens your expertise toward professional readiness, with options for alternance and international mobility to apply what you've learned. You'll tackle advanced modules like Business Law, covering corporate regulations and compliance, International Law for global perspectives, and Procedural Law to master litigation and dispute resolution.

Focus areas: Core legal disciplines (public, private, constitutional, civil, criminal, business, international, and procedural law), political science, soft skills development, internships, and international mobility.

Learning outcomes: Gain a comprehensive understanding of law mirroring top university programs, develop professional skills as a manager in management and corporate development (RNCP level 6 certified title), and prepare for high-level roles through practical experience and global exposure.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Validated by the Certified Title “Manager in management and business development” registered with RNCP n°23671 at level 6 (renewal application in progress); leads to RNCP level 7 titles like Certified Corporate Jurist via Mastère Pro.

Reputation (employability rankings): ESAM is a recognized Grande Ecole in corporate finance, strategic management, and business law within Groupe IGENSIA Education, with a strong market reputation for occupational integration and progression in workforce placement.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The Bachelor in Law at ESAM integrates practical experience directly into your studies, ensuring you don't just learn theory in isolation. Over your three years, you'll complete up to 15 months of internships in France and internationally, alongside up to 18 months of international study sessions. This means you're gaining real-world exposure to legal practice while building your professional network—something that transforms abstract concepts into tangible skills employers actually value.

What makes this program distinctive is its curriculum, which mirrors the program offered at the most prestigious Parisian universities, giving you academic credibility alongside practical experience. You're studying law at a school specializing in corporate law and business environments, so your legal education is grounded in how law actually operates in professional settings.

Here's what your experiential learning looks like at ESAM:

- Extended internship placements spanning 15 months across France and international locations, giving you direct exposure to legal practice in different markets
- International study sessions totaling up to 18 months, including study opportunities in Ireland, broadening your perspective on comparative law and international legal systems
- Soft skills development activities integrated throughout your studies, preparing you not just as a legal specialist but as a well-rounded professional
- Alternance (work-study) options available in Paris during your 3rd year, allowing you to balance academic learning with ongoing professional engagement
- Access to professional networks through ESAM's position within Groupe IGENSIA Education, connecting you to corporate and legal sectors
- Multi-campus learning with programs based in both Paris and Lyon, offering flexibility and exposure to different professional environments

The program is structured as the first cycle in ESAM's five-year law pathway, meaning you're building foundational knowledge while positioning yourself for advanced specialization if you choose to continue.

Progression & Future Opportunities

ESAM's Bachelor in Law is designed to give you genuine practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge. This isn't just classroom learning—you'll develop professional skills through internships, international study opportunities, and a curriculum that mirrors the programs at prestigious Parisian universities. The program integrates professional experience with activities that develop your soft skills and broaden your global perspective, ensuring you graduate ready for the corporate legal world.

The Bachelor in Law program emphasizes experiential learning through the following opportunities:

- Up to 15 months of internships in France and internationally throughout your 3-year degree
- Up to 18 months of international study sessions, including dedicated study periods in Ireland, giving you cross-border legal exposure
- Third-year alternance (work-study) option available in Paris, allowing you to combine employment with coursework
- Curriculum identical to major French universities, ensuring you learn law the same way as students at France's most prestigious institutions
- Soft skills development activities integrated throughout the program to prepare you for client interaction and professional environments
- International mobility from year one, with options to study abroad early in your degree rather than waiting until later

The combination of extensive internships and international experience means you'll graduate with real professional credentials—not just a diploma. You'll understand how law functions in different legal systems and corporate environments before you enter the job market.