Global Law and Transnational Legal Studies

At the University of Turin's Global Law and Transnational Legal Studies program in the Department of Law, you'll dive into practical, hands-on learning that builds real-world legal skills through the department's dedicated resources and international focus. This 5/6-year postgraduate degree emphasizes experiential opportunities tied to transnational law, leveraging Turin's vibrant academic ecosystem for group collaborations, research, and global exposure. You'll have access to the Department of Law's facilities in Turin, including specialized libraries and research spaces that support immersive projects and innovation.

Here's how you can gain those practical edges::
- Group projects and collaborations : Work on transnational legal case studies in team settings within the Department of Law, fostering skills in international teamwork and debate.
- Research laboratories and institutes : Use the department's research-designated spaces and ties to UniTo's 4 doctoral schools for hands-on legal analysis and innovation projects.
- Libraries and digital tools : Tap into extensive law-specific libraries with access to international databases, supporting fieldwork and digital legal research—no specific software named, but aligned with UniTo's research transfer to industry.
- International networks for internships/field trips : Benefit from over 500 global university agreements for potential internships and exchanges, enhancing practical exposure in transnational contexts.

Graduating from the Global Law and Transnational Legal Studies programme at University of Turin means you’re stepping into the job market with a truly international legal profile. You’ll leave with strong cross-border legal knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and the confidence to work in multicultural professional environments. Many graduates go on to roles such as International Legal Consultant, Policy Advisor, Compliance Officer, or Legal Analyst in global organisations and institutions:

What supports your path into employment:

• Dedicated career guidance services — Personalised support with CV building, interview preparation, and career planning through the university’s career development offices

• Internship and placement support — Structured assistance in finding internships and traineeships in legal institutions, organisations, and companies in Italy and abroad

• Strong institutional and industry connections — Collaboration with public bodies, international organisations, research centres, and professional networks that create pathways into the legal and policy sectors

• International academic environment — A globally focused learning setting that strengthens your profile for employers working across jurisdictions

• Recognised European qualification — An accredited degree within the European Higher Education Area, giving your credentials long-term value across Europe and internationally

• Graduate outcomes — Alumni commonly move into international organisations, public administration, NGOs, legal consulting, and multinational corporate environments

Further Academic Progression:

If you’d like to continue your studies, this degree gives you excellent options. Many graduates move on to specialised Master’s programmes in international law, European law, human rights, global governance, or public policy. It also provides a strong foundation for advanced legal research degrees and professional postgraduate pathways across Europe and beyond.