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6 Best Master's Law Programs in Italy

Across Italy, 5 universities offer 6 Master's Law programs — most run 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at University of Genoa, University of Salerno and University Institute of Teacher Training "Suor Orsola Benincasa".

3Master'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
4Master'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
5Master'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
6Master'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

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How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of Genoa at #547 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Genoa has the largest research record in this group, with 7,863,443 citations and an h-index of 672.

Levels, lengths and start dates

The usual length is 1–2 years and 5 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Luiss Guido Carli University offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

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

University of Genoa (QS World #547), University of Salerno (#30 in Italy) and University Institute of Teacher Training "Suor Orsola Benincasa" (#73 in Italy) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

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

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 5 years the next most common.

When do Master's 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 Master's Law courses in Italy?

Luiss Guido Carli University, with 2, ahead of Pontificia Università della Santa Croce (1).

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