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10 Best Master's Law Universities in Germany

Universität Hamburg leads the 10 Master's Law universities in Germany at #193 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Universität Hannover (QS World #433) and Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald (#57 in Germany) complete the top three. Across the whole list there are 14 courses to choose from.

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How these universities are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #193 (Universität Hamburg) to #433 (Universität Hannover); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Universität Hamburg is cited most (21,096,395 citations).

Public, private and where they are

10 are public and 0 private (100% public).

Levels, lengths and start dates

The usual length is 1–2 years and 10 semesters. 93% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (36% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (36% of courses with a stated intake). Europa-Universität Viadrina offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Germany for Master's Law?

Universität Hamburg (QS World #193), Universität Hannover (QS World #433) and Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald (#57 in Germany) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Master's Law in Germany?

10 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Master's Law course take in Germany?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 10 semesters the next most common.

When do Master's Law courses start in Germany?

Fall is the main intake — 36% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Master's Law courses in Germany?

Europa-Universität Viadrina, with 2, ahead of Universität Passau (2).

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