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20 Best Law Programs in Italy

20 Law courses are taught at 13 universities in Italy, typically lasting 5 years. Courses from University of Genoa, University of Catania and University of Salerno come first, because those universities rank highest.

4Bachelor's Degree
UG University of Genoa logo
QS World #547 #19 in Italy Italy

DIRITTO ED ECONOMIA DELLE IMPRESE

University of Genoa — The Bachelor's Degree in Law and Economics of Enterprises at the University of Genoa offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the legal and economic framewor...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
5Master's Degree
UG University of Genoa logo
QS World #547 #19 in Italy Italy

GIURISPRUDENZA

University of Genoa — The Master's Degree in Giurisprudenza at the University of Genoa provides a comprehensive education in legal studies, blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills...

Master's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
6Professional
UC University of Catania logo
#27 in Italy Italy

Giurisprudenza

University of Catania — Explore the Foundations of LawThe Giurisprudenza program at the University of Catania offers students a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks, principles, and t...

ProfessionalLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
8Master's Degree
US University of Salerno logo
#30 in Italy Italy

Giurisprudenza

University of Salerno — The Master's Degree in Giurisprudenza at the University of Salerno provides a comprehensive understanding of legal systems, focusing on various sectors of law including c...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
9Bachelor's Degree
UU University of Udine logo
#31 in Italy Italy

SCIENZE GIURIDICHE

University of Udine — The Bachelor's Degree in Scienze Giuridiche at the University of Udine provides a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and frameworks. This course covers vario...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
10Professional
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Law

University of Calabria — The Law degree at the University of Calabria offers a robust curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical skills essential for aspiring legal professio...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
11Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Calabria logo
#35 in Italy Italy

Legal services for digital innovation

University of Calabria — The Bachelor's Degree in Legal Services for Digital Innovation at the University of Calabria encompasses a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with critic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
13Bachelor's Degree
BU Bocconi University logo
#51 in Italy Italy

Bachelor in Global Law

Bocconi University — The Bachelor in Global Law at Bocconi University offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers various aspects of law in a globalized context. The course is designed to e...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yrsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
14Professional
FU Free University "Maria Santissima Assunta" logo
#65 in Italy Italy

Giurisprudenza - Palermo

Free University "Maria Santissima Assunta" — The Giurisprudenza course at the Free University 'Maria Santissima Assunta' in Palermo offers a comprehensive exploration of legal principles, regulations, and systems es...

ProfessionalLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
15Professional
FU Free University "Maria Santissima Assunta" logo
#65 in Italy Italy

Giurisprudenza - Roma

Free University "Maria Santissima Assunta" — The Giurisprudenza course offered at the Free University "Maria Santissima Assunta" in Rome provides a comprehensive education in Law, focusing on the development of a de...

ProfessionalLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
16Professional
LC Link Campus University of Malta logo
#69 in Italy Italy

Giurisprudenza

Link Campus University of Malta — The Giurisprudenza course at Link Campus University of Malta is tailored for students aiming to understand the intricacies of law in both a national and international con...

ProfessionalLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
17Master's Degree
UI University Institute of Teacher Training "Suor Orsola Benincasa" logo
#73 in Italy Italy

Giurisprudenza

University Institute of Teacher Training "Suor Orsola Benincasa" — The Master's degree in Giurisprudenza at the University Institute of Teacher Training "Suor Orsola Benincasa" offers a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
19PhD / Doctorate
PU Pontificia Università della Santa Croce logo
#78 in Italy Italy

Dottorato in Diritto canonico

Pontificia Università della Santa Croce — Il Dottorato in Diritto canonico presso la Pontificia Università della Santa Croce offre un approfondimento accademico e pratico in materia di diritto ecclesiastico, con...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
20Master's Degree
PU Pontificia Università della Santa Croce logo
#78 in Italy Italy

Licenza in Diritto Canonico

Pontificia Università della Santa Croce — The Licenza in Diritto Canonico offered by the Pontificia Università della Santa Croce is an advanced degree that delves into the laws governing the Catholic Church and i...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law

How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of Genoa at #547 — so it heads the list. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Genoa is cited most (7,856,927 citations). 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 7 bachelor's, 6 master's, 5 professional and 1 diploma. The usual length is 5 years and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (67% of courses with a stated intake). Pontificia Università della Santa Croce offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Law in Italy?

University of Genoa (QS World #547), University of Catania (#27 in Italy) and University of Salerno (#30 in Italy) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Law course take in Italy?

Most listed courses run 5 years, with 4 years the next most common.

When do Law courses start in Italy?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Law courses in Italy?

Pontificia Università della Santa Croce, with 3, ahead of Luiss Guido Carli University (2).

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