Overview
The doctoral program of the Faculty of Law from University of Zurich generally takes three years and includes the composition of a doctoral thesis and modules totaling at least 30 ECTS credits.
Features
- The curriculum comprises two compulsory modules, along with additional modules that can be selected individually.
- In addition, a large selection of further education programs exist both inside and outside the university. An official assessment must be obtained for each module.
Programme Structure
The curriculum is divided into:
- compulsory modules totaling 12 ECTS credits
- modules from the core elective pool totaling 18 ECTS credits
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Application period
- Fall semester: 1 April - 31 May
- Spring semester: 1 September - 31 October
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Law Business LawAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Letter of application
- Curriculum vitae with photograph
- Copies of prior degrees and educational certificates
- Enrolment record as PhD student and/or proof that the prerequisites for enrolment have been met (Master of Law Degree or equivalent and faculty member as supervisor)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Synopsis, to be no more than five pages in length (will give some piece of information regarding your research project and ambitions, the questions, preliminary work and the current status quo of your appropriate and relevant literature and research).
Tuition Fee
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International
300 CHF/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 150 CHF per semester during 36 months. -
National
300 CHF/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 150 CHF per semester during 36 months.
Living costs for Zürich
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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