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4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Autonomous University of Madrid

Program Overview

# Bachelor's Degree in Law at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

## Program Overview

The Bachelor's Degree in Law at UAM is a comprehensive four-year program designed to develop you into an excellent jurist and agent of change in society. Whether you're interested in private law, public law, or specialized areas like international trade and environmental law, this program equips you with both theoretical foundations and practical skills to excel in diverse legal careers.

## Curriculum Structure

First and Second Years: Building Your Legal Foundation

Your journey begins with essential legal theory and practical skills that form the backbone of legal education. You'll study foundational subjects including Legal Theory, Principles of Political Economy, Roman Law, and Law of Persons, which develop your critical thinking about how legal systems work. In your second year, you'll dive deeper into specialized areas like Introduction to Criminal Law, Law of Obligations and Contract Law, and Public International Law, while also developing Legal Argumentation skills that prepare you for real-world legal practice.

Third and Fourth Years: Specialization and Practical Experience

As you progress to your third and fourth years, you'll move into more specialized coursework aligned with your interests. The program offers flexibility through optional subjects and specialized routes—for instance, if you're drawn to business and commerce, you can focus on Corporate Law and Commercial Contracts, while those interested in social issues can explore Social Security Law and Philosophy of Law. You'll also complete an External Practical component that gives you hands-on experience in real legal settings, culminating in your End-of-Degree Project.

Focus Areas

Private Law concentration, Public Law concentration, and specialized optional routes in areas including corporate law, international law, environmental law, and social rights protection.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates develop expertise in legal analysis and argumentation, understanding of both Spanish and European legal systems, practical skills through external placements, and the ability to apply legal knowledge to complex real-world problems.

Professional Alignment

The Faculty of Law at UAM positions itself as the best Law School in Spain, training graduates to become not only excellent jurists but also agents of change. The program is structured to meet professional standards with compulsory coursework in criminal law, civil procedure, and administrative law that align with legal practice requirements.

Reputation & Employability

UAM's Faculty of Law is recognized as Spain's leading law school and offers strong employment prospects through its comprehensive curriculum, external practical components, and specialized optional routes that prepare graduates for diverse legal careers.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the Autonomous University of Madrid's Faculty of Law, experiential learning is at the heart of our Degree in Law, where you'll build real-world legal skills through hands-on seminars, research-driven projects, and direct engagement with cutting-edge faculty expertise. Our program emphasizes practical application in areas like private law, public international law, and European courts case-law, using the university's world-class research infrastructure to simulate professional legal environments. With nearly 50 laboratories and over 300 research groups across UAM, law students tap into dynamic settings that blend theory with practice, preparing you for top employability in Spain and beyond.

This means you'll dive into specifics like these key opportunities tailored to the Faculty of Law:
- Seminars on Private Law II and III: Analyze real European courts case-law in civil matters through interactive group discussions and case studies, sharpening your analytical and advocacy skills (6 ECTS each, undergraduate electives).
- Public Law Seminars (V and IX): Participate in group projects tackling contemporary constitutional, administrative, and financial law issues, guided by expert lecturers from the Department of Public Law and Legal Philosophy.
- Research labs and groups: Access UAM's 50+ laboratories and 300+ research groups for law-related projects in areas like legal philosophy, international relations, and economic law challenges, fostering independent research with prestigious professors.
- Internships and traineeships: Secure practical placements via UAM's international traineeship program, including Erasmus+ options and longer stays (over 90 days) at faculty departments, with support for study/internship visas.
- Libraries and facilities: Use UAM's comprehensive campus libraries, museums, and dedicated Faculty of Law resources for in-depth legal research and collaborative work, all in a sustainable, accessible environment.
- Mobility and practical workshops: Join exchange programs and workshops adapting to Spanish legal systems, with easy Madrid connections for field experiences like court visits or city-based activities.

Imagine applying these skills right away—our law grads are highly employable thanks to this practical edge. Ready to take the next step? Apply now for the Degree in Law and let's get you started. For the full facilities list, check [UAM Facilities Overview](https://www.uam.es/uam/en/por-que-uam).

Progression & Future Opportunities

At the Autonomous University of Madrid's Faculty of Law, experiential learning is at the heart of our Degree in Law, where you'll build real-world legal skills through hands-on engagement with top researchers and active projects in areas like administrative law, constitutional justice, private international law, commercial law, and procedural law. You'll dive into practical training via seminars on European courts' case-law, emerging human rights issues, and litigation, all while accessing UAM's nearly 50 laboratories and over 300 research groups that bring cutting-edge legal research right into your studies. This setup lets you collaborate on projects tied to departments like Public Law and Legal Philosophy or Private, Social and Economic Law, preparing you for a dynamic career with skills employers value.

Here's how our facilities and programs make that hands-on learning come alive::
- Research integration through Tomás y Valiente Programme: Join projects in law specializations like Financial and Tax Law, Public International Law, or Challenges to the Social Order, working alongside outstanding researchers at UAM and affiliated institutes.
- Seminars and case studies: Participate in Faculty of Law electives like Seminar on Private Law II/III (focusing on European Courts Case-Law) and Emerging Human Rights, applying theory to contemporary legal issues with 6 ECTS credits each.
- Internships and traineeships: Access international traineeships via Erasmus+ or individual applications (up to 90 days or longer with internship visa support), coordinated through [email protected] for real legal practice experience.
- Laboratories and research groups: Leverage UAM's 50+ labs and 300+ groups for law-related research in departments covering legal philosophy, arbitration, and economic transformations—no program-specific software detailed, but tied to active projects.
- Libraries and campus facilities: Use on-campus libraries, plus full services like Welcome Office support for law students (contact [email protected]), all in sustainable campuses with easy Madrid access.

Imagine applying to our Degree in Law and stepping into this world—your future in law starts here, with unmatched practical edge. Ready to take the next step? Check the full UAM facilities list: https://www.uam.es/uam/en/por-que-uam

Additional Information & Requirements

An official undergraduate university degree – worth 180 ECTS or equivalent
Graduates from foreign educational systems can access without the need for the homologation of their degrees, provided they demonstrate a level of training equivalent to UAMs own official university degrees and are authorized, in the issuing country, to access postgraduate studies.
Background in Political Science, other social sciences (Law, Public Administration, Sociology, Anthropology, International Relations, European and other Area Studies or Economics and Business) or other related disciplines such as History, Geography, Letters, Languages or Journalism.
Academic record
University of origin
Proficiency in English and other languages
Previous work experience in areas related to its content
Personal motivations for pursuing the master's degree
ID / Passport
Study track choice
Standardised CV and Motivation Letter according to standardized template
Academic transcript of grades of undergraduate studies must be provided in English. If the applicant cannot provide an official document in English, then they must provide a translation by a sworn translator
Degree certificate/diploma, bachelor's degree, or equivalent (or proof of having applied for the degree)
Average Grade certificates of previous studies
English proficiency: level B2 (minimum) and level C1 (preferred)
TOEIC (score of min. 785)
Cambridge Certificate (level B2 First at least)
Students applying to study track 1 are required also required to have a B2 level in French.
A TCF/DELF/DALF - level B2 French certificate is required, except for nationals of countries where French is the official language.
Students applying for study track 2, will need to provide proof of their activities for the past 5 years. Depending on the applicants’ profiles, this may include a secondary a school certificate or work certificates.