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Master - full-time

Technology Law and Innovation

Progress in society depends on innovation of processes and products.

But how does law react to such innovation processes and products such as data-driven challenges in artificial intelligence, internet of things, autonomous vehicles? Our LLM programme in Technology Law and Innovation focuses on the interaction between technology law and innovation. It explores the role of technology law as an enabler of innovation and reflects on examples where law hinders innovation.

Please visit Faculty of Law webpages for full information on the programme here.

This is a selective LLM. Please see Faculty of Law webpages for admission and selection requirements and application instructions.

Facts & Figures
Degree
LLM in Advanced European Union Law
Course type
Master
Duration
12 months (60 EC)
Croho code
60688
Language of instruction
English
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Faculty
Law
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Why study this programme in Groningen?

In this one year LLM programme students will think creatively and learn from leading researchers in the field of technology law. Building on previous technology law knowledge this LLM offers an opportunity of in-depth reflection on innovation using a technology law 'lens'.

The advanced level of each course together with a focus on critical thinking and problem solving provides graduates from this programme an advantage in the competitive technology law job market in legal field and technology industries.

Please visit the webpages of our LLM programmes for full information on the programme .

Programme

The programme offers courses in all areas of interest for technology lawyers: from consumer rights to intellectual property law, from cybersecurity to the law of sustainable technology.

You can find the entire schedule of courses and the build-up of the programme on this page , including the description of all courses taught in the LLM Technology Law and Innovation.
Semesters
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Consumers and Innovation (6 EC)
Intellectual Property and Innovation (6 EC)
Seminar: Researching Current Challenges to the European Union (6 EC)
Advanced Competition Law and Market Regulation (6 EC)
Cybersecurity in International and EU Law (6 EC)
Data Driven Innovation (6 EC)
Law in Practice (6 EC)
Master's thesis (12 EC)
The Law of Sustainable Technology (6 EC)

Study load

40 hours of class and self-study per week on average

Study abroad

  • Study abroad is optional

All master students can go for a semester abroad, albeit extracurricularly.

You can extend your programme by one semester and join one of our partners abroad . For more information, please check this page .

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

Specific requirementsMore information
previous education

You can find the previous education requirements here: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/

knowledge minimum

Basic knowledge of European law, elementary knowledge of public international law and proven knowledge in the areas of data protection, intellectual property law, and IT in the context of law
language test

You can find the English language proficiency requirements, and situations where exemption may be considered, here: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/admission-requirements

Transfer options

Transferring from...

Study programmeOrganizationTransition
Lawall

Via a pre-master

Additional requirements:
  • grade average
More information:

If you have completed a Law degree at a University of Applied Science, this LLM is available to you after having completed a pre-LLM. You can find more information on this page: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/dutch-qualification-applicants

Rechtsgeleerdheidall

Additional requirements

Additional requirements:
  • grade average
  • (motivation-) letter
More information:

You will have to go through the admission and selection procedure and meet the requirements. You can find more information on these criteria and how to apply on this page: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/dutch-qualification-applicants

Rechtsgeleerdheidall

Additional requirements

Additional requirements:
  • grade average
  • (motivation-) letter
More information:

You will have to go through the admission and selection procedure and meet the requirements. You can find more information on these criteria and how to apply on this page: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/dutch-qualification-applicants

Study programmeOrganizationTransition
International and European LawUniversity of Groningen

Additional requirements

More information:

Make sure to apply in Studielink in time and then contact LLM rug.nl to confirm your application. You can find more information on https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/dutch-qualification-applicants.
Liberal Arts and SciencesUniversity of Groningen

Additional requirements

Additional requirements:
  • additional subject
  • grade average
  • (motivation-) letter
More information:

You might be allowed direct admission into this LLM if you have taken a special track within the UCG. For more information, please check https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/dutch-qualification-applicants

International Relations and International OrganizationUniversity of Groningen

Additional requirements

Additional requirements:
  • grade average
  • (motivation-) letter
More information:

If you have completed an International Relations and International Organisations degree at the University of Groningen, this LLM is available to you after having completed a pre-LLM. You can find more information on this page: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/applica

Registration procedure

In addition to meeting the admission and selection requirements , students need to upload the necessary documents to complete their application.

Selection procedure

This is a selective LLM. Please make sure to have uploaded all your documents before 1 May.

Please check the admission and selection requirements for this LLM before applying. This will allow you to have all necessary documentation available when applying and uploading your documents.

Application deadlines

Type of studentDeadlineStart course
EU/EEA students01 May 202601 September 2026
01 May 202701 September 2027
non-EU/EEA students01 May 202601 September 2026
01 May 202701 September 2027

Admission requirements

Specific requirementsMore information
previous education

You can find the previous education requirements here: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/

knowledge minimum

Basic knowledge of European law, elementary knowledge of public international law and proven knowledge in the areas of data protection, intellectual property law, and IT in the context of law
language test

You can find the English language proficiency requirements, and situations where exemption may be considered, here: https://www.rug.nl/rechten/education/international-programmes/llm/application/admission-requirements

Registration procedure

In addition to meeting the admission and selection requirements , students need to upload the necessary documents to complete their application.

Selection procedure

This is a selective LLM. Please make sure to have uploaded all your documents before 1 May.

Please check the admission and selection requirements for this LLM before applying. This will allow you to have all necessary documentation available when applying and uploading your documents.

Application deadlines

Type of studentDeadlineStart course
EU/EEA students01 May 202601 September 2026
01 May 202701 September 2027
non-EU/EEA students01 May 202601 September 2026
01 May 202701 September 2027

Tuition fees

NationalityYearFeeProgramme form
EU/EEA2025-2026€ 2601full-time
non-EU/EEA2025-2026€ 21400full-time
EU/EEA2026-2027€ 2695full-time
non-EU/EEA2026-2027€ 22200full-time

Practical information for:

Dutch studentsInternational students

After your studies

Job prospects

The Faculty conducts an alumni survey regularly in which we check where the alumni of our programmes are currently working. If you are interested in the results, please check this page . It also gives you some information about the general job prospects of this LLM programme.

Research

Research

The Faculty of Law conducts research in very many fields of law.

Almost all teaching staff have an appointment to both teach and do research. The Faculty's research is organised into several research programmes. In addition to this, the Faculty houses several Centres of Expertise.

All Faculty researchers are linked to or more of these programmes and/or centres and as a result, students will always hear the latest information with regard to academic research done in the area of their LLM.

For the LLM Technology Law and Innovation, the Security, Technology & e-privacy Research Group is of particular interest.

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Testimonial of Anushtha Verma
The Faculty of law is amazing. There were a lot of opportunities to interact with professors who were always ready to help and guide you to the best of their abilities.
– Anushtha Verma

After completing my LLB in International and European Law (Technology Law track) at the University of Groningen, I was looking for a masters degree focusing solely on technology law which was also research oriented. After a lot of research and studying curriculums of different universities offering Technology Law LLMs, I decided to stay in Groningen and follow the LLM Technology Law and Innovation and I am glad I did.


The Faculty of law is amazing. Due to the small batch size of the LLM, when compared to LLB, there were a lot of opportunities to interact with professors who were always ready to help and guide you to the best of their abilities. Throughout the year, the professors focused on helping the students develop soft skills along with legal knowledge that prepared us for the job market. Additionally, the International Office ( especially the study advisers) are readily available to solve any issue you may have. They are quick to reply to emails and with all the administrative support.

When I moved to Groningen in 2021, I fell in love with this city. It is, as the Dutch people say, Gezellig. Groningen, along with its people, is warm, fun and happening. Studying in Groningen has been one of the best decisions of my life. Everything is close to the city, either a bike ride or train ride away and here are so many bike trails that take you to the countryside with beautiful views. Groningen will always be one of my favorite cities.

The Faculty of Law has prepared me in achieving all my career goals by providing me with an amazing network of colleagues and professors who are more than willing to help at all times. I have also developed a strong foundation of technical and legal knowledge along with skills necessary to conduct research. All the experiences I have gained in my academic and personal journey in the city and at the University of Groningen have prepared me well for what the future holds.


Interested in reading more testimonials? Please check this page.

Study associations

DSLA

Decentralized Student Association (DSLA) is an association focused on curating and fostering the education and futures of students interested in Technology Law.
DSLA aims to connect law, computing science, and artificial intelligence students, therefore giving DSLA a cross-faculty element. DSLA is an internationally friendly association, and has a number of exciting tech-based events all year round including day excursions around the Netherlands, international trips, moot courts, pub quizzes, debates, monthly socials for our members, and more.
https://www.dslagroningen.org/

European Law Student's Association Groningen

ELSA Groningen is a Netherlands-based local group of the world's largest law student association. Serving more than 300 Dutch and international members, we help law students better integrate into our faculty and professionally develop into future lawyers or integrate into different legal pathways.
https://www.elsagroningen.org

Nexus

Nexus Student Association Groningen is the student association (studievereniging) for the LLB programme in International and European Law and related master programmes.
These programmes mainly consist of international students and, therefore, Nexus is very internationally orientated. Besides organizing activities to integrate internationals into Dutch culture, such as a political debate with local parties in English, Nexus also aims to provide members with the chance to obtain a social network, participate in the organization of guest lectures or informal activities, attend debating trainings, trips and workshops, all in a multicultural environment.
https://www.nexusstudentassociation.com/
Student profile

We are looking for students with a law background, who are motivated to engage critically with technology law. Our students are typically:

  • motivated to learn about technology law
  • able to do independent work and research as well as cooperate in groups
  • active and committed to developing personal and professional skills
  • ready and able to discuss with both their peers and their lecturers
  • well-prepared and thus are able to reflect on what is discussed during classes
  • in possession of an inquiring mind
  • capable of seeing more than the obvious, who can think out of the box, see the wider context of issues
Study support

To support you while studying, the Faculty ensures that the schedule is feasible, that mentors, lecturers, and the study advisers provide active study supervision, that exams are marked quickly and that lecturers and the study advisers are readily contactable.

The Faculty will offer a (compulsory) introduction session with all new students of the Faculty's English-taught programmes and induction sessions for you and your programme members. These are led by the study advisers.

The study advisers are available for all matters that might occur and will hinder your studying. These can be personal issues, unexpected circumstances, but also when you need some help in planning or time management. The study advisers will contact you every once in a while, but you are also more than welcome to join them during their office hours or to ask your question through email. If it looks like you will incur study delay, please contact the study adviser yourself. The study adviser can help you with your planning, and also advise you confidentially about study problems and/or personal problems.

If you are interested in making your social network at the start of your programme a bit bigger, the Faculty has a programme set up for this as well: the Buddy Network Law .

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