Programmes
LL.M.

Law and Finance

Degree
Master of Social Science in Law (LL.M.)
Duration
1 year
Language
English
Credits
60 ECTS
Study form
Full time / Part time
Fee
6500 EUR per year
Accredited until
16 June 2027

Programme details

Programme structure

The one-year masters programme consists of 60 ECTS, which are divided as follows: 1) 30 ECTS for mandatory and elective courses and 2) 30 ECTS for a master thesis.

Following successful completion of the programme requirements, students are awarded a Masters degree in Social Science in Law (LL.M.)

The classes are held on weekday evenings at RGSL Campus on Strēlnieku 4 k-2. Some courses will also be held online via Zoom platform. 
 

Courses

In the one-year programme, students must complete eight mandatory and two optional courses and defend their masters thesis. 

Mandatory courses
Introduction to Law (for students without a legal background) OR Legal Argumentation in English (for students with a legal background) 
Introduction to Finance (for students without a background in finance) OR Finance (for students with a background in finance) 
Principles and Foundations of Public International Law (for students without a legal background) OR Contemporary Issues in Public International Law (for students with a legal background)
Comparative Contract Law
International Financial Management
Legal Research and Interdisciplinarity
International Financial Law and Sustainability
Private International Law

Elective courses
Privacy and Data Protection
Digital Regulation
Contracts and ICT    
Disruptive Technology 
Cybercrime and Cybersecurity 
Human Rights and Business
Theories of International Law
Intellectual Property Law and Technology

Admission criteria

The Law and Finance (LL.M.) programme (one year, 60 ECTS) is available to individuals with a bachelor or masters degree in law, economics, finance, management or related fields; second-level professional higher education, professional bachelor or masters degree in law, economics, finance, management, or related fields (at least 240 ECTS). 

Proficiency in English confirming at least level B2 or higher in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). The required minimum result is 6.0 for IELTS and 550 points for TOEFL (for a computer test - 213; Internet-based test - 80). 

Admission rules for the Masters programmes are available here:

Key dates

Early Application deadline14 April 2025
Application deadline21 July 2025
Open House20 February 2025 at 16.00

Hear from our students

Anete Kleinberga
Latvia

The highlight of my experience are the relationships that I formed, especially with the professors who came from abroad. They opened up a window of opportunities… the open-minded and broad perspective was guided by the international professors. 

Tīna Vecvagare
Latvia

RGSL is a place where you, apart from your regular studies, are constantly given opportunities to participate in events such as discussions, workshops and moot courts where you add to your professional skills and network with already established professionals in the field, which is one of the many prerequisites for a successful career.

Marta Cera
Latvia

Most RGSL alumni, including me, like to say that RGSL teaches you a certain “way of thinking” rather than just basic academic knowledge. By using intellectually stimulating and practical approaches, this broad and open minded “way of thinking” has been the key quality RGSL has given me as a young professional.

If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact Masters Programmes Administrator
Daina Račinska
Masters Study Programme Administrator
  /  +371 67039 206