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Discover our
Master’s
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University of
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 University of
Luxembourg
Discover our
Master’s degrees

Faculty of Science, Faculty of Humanities,

Technology Education and
and Medicine Social Sciences

uni.lu
At the University of Luxembourg, we
offer more than 40 Master’s degree
programmes across a wide range
of disciplines. We provide extensive
support services to help our students
make the most of their studies and set
them on a future career path.

This brochure contains extensive

information to help you find the right
programme, explore our University
and get your life as a student in
Luxembourg off to a good start.

We look forward to welcoming

you to the University of
Luxembourg.

uni.lu/students
The University of Luxembourg is a European research-oriented university with a strong
international and multilingual character. Founded in 2003, the university currently counts
over 6.783 student registrations. Members of the university community come from all
over the world.

3 faculties 3 interdisciplinary
research
centres 3 campuses

from

6,783 130
student registrations different countries
56%

international students

283
professors,
associate professors
and senior lecturers 3 official languages:
French, German and English

350+ agreements signed on student

exchanges and research and
teaching cooperation

Updated: 01/03/2021 02-03

Our Master’s
programmes

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Master’s programmes - Overview

MASTER'S PROGRAMMES TEACHING LANGUAGES

BIOLOGY AND Master in Integrated English

MEDICINE Systems Biology

International Master of English

Science in Biomedicine
European Master of Small English
Animal Veterinary Medicine
Master in Production Animal English
Health

COMPUTER SCIENCE Master in Information and English

Computer Sciences
Master in Information System English
Security Management
Master en Développement et English
Validation du Logiciel
Master in Technopreneurship English

Interdisciplinary Space Master English

ENGINEERING Master en Énergie et French, English

Développement Durable Environnement
Master of Science in Megastructure Engineering English
Civil Engineering with Sustainable Resources
Master of Science Sustainable Product English
in Engineering Creation
Master en Sciences Efficacité Énergétique English, French
de l’Ingénieur et Économique
MATHEMATICS Master en Enseignement Mathématiques French, German, English
Secondaire
Master in Mathematics Financial Mathematics English
General Mathematics
Industrial Mathematics

Master of Data Science English

PHYSICS Master of Science in Physics English

Master Saar-Lor-Lux-Gre English/French or
in Physics English/German
MASTER’S PROGRAMMES TEACHING LANGUAGES

ECONOMICS AND Master in Accounting English

MANAGEMENT and Audit
Master in Entrepreneurship English
and Innovation
Master in Logistics and English
Supply Chain Management
FINANCE MSc in Finance English (French optional)
Banking
and Economics
Investment Management
Risk Management
Financial Economics
Sustainable Finance

Digital Transformation in
Finance

MSc in Quantitative English

Economics and Finance
Master in Wealth Management English

LAW Master in European Banking English, French

and Financial Law (LL.M.)
Master in European Economic English, French
and Financial Criminal Law
(LL.M.)
Master in European and English, French
International Tax Law (LL.M.)
Master in European English, French
Business Law (LL.M.)
Master in European Union Law English, French
and Litigation (LL.M.)
Master in Space, Communication English, French
and Media Law (LL.M.)

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Master’s programmes - Overview

MASTER’S PROGRAMMES TEACHING LANGUAGES

BEHAVIOURAL AND Master en Gérontologie French, German
COGNITIVE SCIENCES
MSc in Psychology: German, English
Psychological Intervention
Master in Psychotherapy English, French, German
EDUCATION AND Master en Médiation French
SOCIAL WORK
MSc in Psychology: French, English
Evaluation and Assessment
GEOGRAPHY AND Master in Architecture English
SPATIAL PLANNING
Master in Border Studies German, French, English
Master in Geography English
and Spatial Planning

HUMANITIES Master en Enseignement Germanistik French, German, English,

Secondaire Luxembourgish
Langue et littérature
françaises

Langue et littératures
luxembourgeoises
Master en Études Franco- French, German
Allemandes: Communication et
Coopération Transfrontalières
Master in European English, French
Contemporary History
Master in Learning and English, French, German
Communication in Multilingual
and Multicultural Contexts
Master in Modern and Contem- English
porary European Philosophy
Master Theaterwissenschaft German
und Interkulturalität

Trinationaler Master in Literatur- German

Kultur- und Sprachgeschichte
des deutschsprachigen Raums

Master in Transnational German German, some courses are

Studies taught in English
MASTER’S PROGRAMMES TEACHING LANGUAGES

SOCIAL SCIENCES Master en Études French, English

Parlementaires

Master in European English (French optional)

Governance

SOCIAL SCIENCES Master in Management und German, French

AND EDUCATION Coaching im Bildungs-
und Sozialwesen
Master in Social Sciences and English
Educational Sciences

Admission criteria: For certain programmes, additional admission criteria

Master’s programmes are open to students and/or fees may apply. For further information about
who hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent all our programmes, admission criteria and fees,
(180 ECTS) in a related field. please refer to the relevant study programme pages
on our website.
Programme duration: 4 semesters / 120 ECTS
Start of the programmes: mid-September uni.lu/studies/masters
Admission fees for national and
international students: €200 / semester

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Biology and Medicine Biology and Medicine
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Master in Integrated International Master of
Systems Biology Science in Biomedicine
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Combination of life sciences and computational
science
Use of the most modern technologies in
biosciences 4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Early involvement in research projects Tri-national diploma with the University of
Strasbourg and the Johannes Gutenberg
University Mainz
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English Multidisciplinary and multicultural approach
Students use state-of-the-art experimental and
computational facilities
This programme enables students to acquire a
deeper knowledge of biosciences, taking new
technologies into account. This involves handling TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
large amounts of data and thus bioinformatics
and network analysis are essential elements in This joint international programme provides
this modern education in biosciences. students with a strong multidisciplinary
education in the fields of cardiovascular
CAREERS: employment opportunities in
and metabolic diseases, neurosciences and
the biotech and pharmaceutical industries,
immunology. They will have the opportunity to
prepares students for a career as a researcher
experience a multidisciplinary research training
in biological, biomedical or pharmaceutical
as well as a multicultural approach of the
laboratories, as a data scientist with a focus on
scientific communities across the borders.
biomedical applications, as a secondary school
teacher, or for further studies at PhD level. CAREERS: managers, teachers or researchers
in the pharmaceutical industry, health agencies,
misb.uni.lu
universities and hospitals at international level or
[email protected]
further studies at PhD level.

mbiomed.uni.lu
[email protected]
Biology and Medicine Biology and Medicine
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European Master Master in Production
of Small Animal Animal Health
Veterinary Medicine in collaboration with:

in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Combination of coursework and written modules Collaboration with the World Veterinary Education
Acquisition of high-level specialist in Production Animal Health (WVEPAH)
qualifications Residential courses and distance learning
Internationally renowned professors Case-oriented and problem-solving approach

TEACHING LANGUAGES: English TEACHING LANGUAGES: English

This programme provides post-graduate training The programme enables students to acquire a
courses for veterinarians wishing to upgrade their deep understanding of production, management,
knowledge in various areas of clinical veterinary nutrition, health, diagnostics, prevention, and
medicine. treatment of diseases in today's poultry area ; to
solve most of the problems in the specific areas
CAREERS: successful completion of the of production animal health ; and to improve
programme certifies that a veterinarian has poultry health, welfare, as well as productivity
acquired an advanced level of knowledge in small and profitability.
animal medicine.
CAREERS: poultry senior executives
esavs-master.org
[email protected] mpah.uni.lu
[email protected]

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Computer Science Computer Science
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Master in Information Master in Information System
and Computer Sciences Security Management
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Flexible specialisation options
Early involvement in research projects
International cooperation agreements with
universities and industries 4 semesters | 60 ECTS
Multidisciplinary approach promoting
knowledge sharing and exchange of
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English experiences
Participation in the Information Security
Education Day (ISED)
This programme enables students to acquire Programme supported by two professional
deeper knowledge in computer science by associations: CLUSIL and CPSI
understanding its abstract and interdisciplinary
foundations, focusing on problem-solving and TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
developing lifelong learning skills. Students
can specialise in the following areas: adaptive
This programme allows professionals to further
computing, communication systems, information
develop their knowledge and skills to analyse,
security, intelligent systems and reliable
interpret and provide relevant solutions in the
software systems in non-technical areas of
field of information security.
existing companies.
CAREERS: prepares students for the position of
CAREERS: Luxembourg is a major financial
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in all
centre with a growing need for highly qualified
business sectors.
IT staff. Employment opportunities include the
public sector, local industries and public research missm.uni.lu
institutes. The programme also prepares [email protected]
students for further studies at PhD level.

mics.uni.lu
[email protected]
Computer Science
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Master en Développement et
Validation du Logiciel
en collaboration avec :

4 semestres | 120 ECTS

Double diplôme de l’Université du Luxembourg
et de l’Université de Franche Comté
Formation exclusivement à distance et en ligne
Equipes de recherche au sein des deux
universités internationalement reconnues
Stage en entreprise

LANGUE D'ENSEIGNEMENT : français DÉBOUCHÉS : Analyste-programmeur

informatique, Analyste-testeur informatique,
Dispensé à distance et entièrement en ligne, Ingénieur d’étude et développement
ce programme offre une formation innovante informatique, Ingénieur de test, Architecte
de haut niveau dans le domaine du test et de d’environnement de test, Ingénieur d’intégration
la validation des logiciels. Il vise à former des applicative, Ingénieur support technique
cadres de l’informatique capables d’appréhender ou fonctionnel, Assistant chef de projet
la conception et le développement de logiciels informatique
avec différents paradigmes de programmation,
et de maîtriser les compétences liées à leur mdvl.uni.lu
validation, ce qui permet d’établir un niveau de [email protected]
confiance dans les éléments produits.

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Computer Science Computer Science
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Master in Technopreneurship Interdisciplinary Space Master
in collaboration with: in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 60 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Technopreneurship: mastering Smart ICT, Interdisciplinary training
standardisation and digital trust for enabling Problem-based learning approach
next generation of ICT solutions
Support from the Luxembourg Space Agency
Innovative programme in Smart ICT
Strong links with national stakeholders
Combination of standardisation and digital trust including industry
Internship

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English

This programme provides solid knowledge in all

This Master is extremely innovative. On one
aspects of the space value chain, along with
hand, it provides students with a base of
space engineering expertise. This programme
knowledge on topics reflecting current issues
is an innovative balance of business and
and those at the cutting edge of smart ICT, and
technology teaching and learning. From
on the other hand, it serves as a catalyst for
rocket science to the management of space
growth in the ICT industry by offering practical
businesses, the students will acquire various
examples and case studies illustrating the use
skills required by the Luxembourg Space industry
of technical standardisation as a tool to give
sector and develop the entrepreneurial mindset
common technical language, build trust, and
required to be successful in the emerging future
foster effectiveness in smart ICT.
space industry.
CAREERS: Technology Officer, Consultant
CAREERS: employment opportunities in the
emerging technologies, Digital strategy
space sector or further research at PhD level.
consultant, Smart ICT consultant, Innovation
manager, Standards manager, Project manager, ism.uni.lu
Head of innovation, Head of digital strategy and [email protected]
Technopreneur.

mtech.uni.lu
[email protected]
Engineering Engineering
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Master en Master of Science
Développement Durable – in Civil Engineering –
Filière Énergie et Environnement Megastructure Engineering with
in collaboration with: Sustainable Resources
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Focus on complex projects and sustainability
Collaboration with construction companies and
administrations
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Possibility to spend a semester abroad at a
Double degree between the University of partner university in Paris, Nancy, Metz or
Luxembourg and the University of Liège Brussels
Combination of technical courses, natural
sciences courses and humanities-related
courses TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
Multidisciplinary and international approach

This programme enables students to acquire

TEACHING LANGUAGES: French, English deeper knowledge in civil engineering with a
specific focus on planning and constructing
This programme provides students with the skills megastructures while using resources
they need to apply an environmental approach sustainably. Sustainability is increasingly
to energy issues and play a crucial role in the important and the well-trained modern civil
growing field of sustainable development. engineer must be able to judge and optimise
This programme is a dual degree programme civil structures and buildings while taking into
between the University of Luxembourg and account shortages in construction materials
the University of Liège (Mas­ter en Sciences et and energy resources. This dual focus on
Gestion de l’Environnement, à finalité énergies megastructures and sustainability sets us apart
renouvelables et bâtiments durables). from other Masters in Civil Engineering.

CAREERS: prepares students for positions like CAREERS: prepares students for civil engineer or
energy and environment specialists in large consultant positions in the construction industry
companies, civil servants and managers in or public sector, or for further studies at PhD
public administrations specialising in energy and level.
environmental issues, researchers or teachers
msce.uni.lu
and energy and environment consultants.
[email protected]
mdd.uni.lu
[email protected]

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Engineering
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Master en Sciences
de l’Ingénieur –
Efficacité Énergétique et
Économique
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

International approach to energy issues
Possibility to get a double diploma with HTW
Saar (Saarbrücken) or UCB (Birkenfeld)
Compulsory third semester abroad at
Université de Lorraine (Nancy), HTW Saar
(Saarbrücken) or UCB (Birkenfeld). Other
individual solutions are still possible.

TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French CAREERS: prepares students for managerial

positions dealing with energy and environmental
issues in the private and public sector, research
This programme enables students to acquire
and teaching, energy and environmental
deeper knowl­edge in thermodynamics,
consultancy, or further studies at PhD level.
mathematics and modern technologies needed
to assess energy-related issues. meee.uni.lu
The course combines technical elements with [email protected]
units from economical sciences and business
administration in the aim of providing the
full range of skills required for ap­proaching
technically and commercially energy-related
problems.
Engineering Mathematics
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Master of Science Master en Enseignement
in Engineering – Secondaire –
Sustainable Product Creation Mathématiques

4 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Combination of mechanical engineering and Classes in applied didactics
mechatronic issues within sustainable product Classes in educational sciences and
creation educational sociology and psychology
Focus on lean and sustainable use of all 6-week internship in a secondary school
resources
Compatibility with the criteria for the projected
Insights into electrical engineering and reduction to 1 year of the Luxembourgish post-
computer networking to integrate industry 4.0 graduate education
and IoT skills

TEACHING LANGUAGES:
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
French, English, German

This programme enables students to acquire

This programme prepares students to become
a comprehensive, deep knowledge of all steps
highly qualified teaching professionals in
of the product creation process, from market
the Luxembourg school system. Students
segment specification, product planning,
are enabled to deepen their knowledge in
product design and manufacturing to product
mathematics and develop the skills needed for
usage, service and recycling. The courses
teaching in classroom settings.
cover mechanical and electrical aspects. This
programme perfectly balances academic CAREERS: prepares the students for teaching
education with industrial applicability of cutting- in secondary schools in Luxembourg, for further
edge content studies at PhD level, and also for a job as a
mathematician in institutions and companies.
CAREERS: prepares students for engineer or
consultant positions in the industry, or further mse-math.uni.lu
studies at PhD level. [email protected]
mspc.uni.lu
[email protected]

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Mathematics Mathematics
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Master in Mathematics Master of Data Science

4 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Three career-driven directions Multidisciplinary approach at the interface
Curricula designed in cooperation with between mathematics and computer science
representatives from industry and banks Broad spectrum of skills from data mining to
Teaching team committed to highest machine learning
pedagogical quality Variety of pedagogical tools mixing theoretical
Hands-on Luxembourg-based training and and practical courses
internships with selected partners

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English TEACHING LANGUAGE: English

This programme prepares students to become The programme provides students with the
highly qualified teaching professionals in necessary skills to solve complex problems with
the Luxembourg school system. Students data in different contexts. It covers data mining,
are enabled to deepen their knowledge in data cleaning and processing, data visualization,
mathematics and develop the skills needed for statistical modeling, database management,
teaching in classroom settings. workflow organization. It also addresses machine
learning and deep learning techniques and
CAREERS: This Master prepares the students for their applications to life sciences, medicine and
teaching in secondary schools in Luxembourg, for physics.
further studies at PhD level, and also for a job as
a mathematician in institutions and companies. CAREERS: Data scientists are highly sought for
their unique profile in industries and research
mmath.uni.lu centres. The programme also prepares students
[email protected] for further studies at PhD level.

mads.uni.lu
[email protected]
Physics Physics
– –
Master of Science Master Saar-Lor-Lux-Gre
in Physics in Physics
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Full scope from soft matter to solid-state physics
Collaboration with industry
Involvement in current research activities (two
se­mesters of research)
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Possibility to spend the second year either
in Germa­ny or France (bi-national Master’s Double diploma from University of Luxembourg
programme) and Lorraine, Saarbrücken or Grenoble Alpes
Strong links with the Luxembourg Institute of Focus on condensed matter physics and
Science and Technology (LIST) materials physics at the University of
Luxembourg
Free language courses are a part of the
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English programme
Multicultural and multilingual aspects

This programme enables students to acquire a

solid and broad education in condensed-matter TEACHING LANGUAGE: English/French or
and materials physics. The goal is to explain English/German
and predict the physical properties of materials,
e.g., semiconductors, magnetic materials and This programme is developed in partnership
liquid crystals, based on their microscopic with the Universities of Luxembourg, Lorraine,
constituents. While the first year of this Saarbrücken and Grenoble Alpes. It enables
programme consists of lectures, exercises and students to acquire a solid and broad education
laboratory classes, the com­plete second year in physics in a multicultural and multilingual
is devoted to conducting research in one of our context. Students do their first year of the
experimental/theoretical groups. Master in one of the 4 universities and the
second year abroad at one of the three partner
CAREERS: Employment opportunities in all
universities.
industrial sectors including the electronics,
automotive, aerospace and biomedical
CAREERS: Positions in all industrial sectors
industries, or further studies at PhD level.
(electronics, automotive, aerospace, banking,
mphy.uni.lu biomedical, etc.) or further studies at PhD level.
[email protected]
mphy.uni.lu
[email protected]

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Economics and Management Economics and Management
– –
Master in Master in Entrepreneurship
Accounting and Audit and Innovation

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Includes “Formation complémentaire des
candidats réviseurs d’entreprises”
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Fees: €5,000 for first year; €3,000 for second year
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
In partnership with the Luxembourg Chamber
of Commerce
This programme teaches in-depth knowledge
of all specialist areas relevant to accounting TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
and audit practice, combining scientific and
theoretical course content with practical
experience and expertise. Courses are divided This programme provides students with the
into blocks covering foundational theoretical knowledge and skills required to generate ideas
issues and frameworks as well as technical and and entrepreneurial solutions. The programme
practical aspects of accounting and audit. balances theory and practical know-how, drawing
Taught in small groups and an interactive on concepts and knowledge from different
setting, the programme promotes independent disciplines, and integrating these concepts with
problem-solving skills through evaluation, analysis the experience of daily business practice. The
and application of knowledge. programme is based on a two-year structure
and is divided into blocks, designed to cover
CAREERS: employment opportunities in finance, foundational theoretical issues and frameworks
accounting, or the financial management of as well as the technical and practical aspects
companies. Auditor in other EU member states, of starting a new venture, whether a social
research in the field of accounting and audit. business or corporate venture.

maa.uni.lu CAREERS: employment opportunities in areas

[email protected] of innovation management/small business
management/start-ups/entrepreneurial
contexts or corporate contexts and the public
sector.

mei.uni.lu
[email protected]
Economics and Management Finance Economics and Management
– –
Master in Logistics MSc in Finance and
and Supply Chain Economics
Management
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Choose between five specialised
tracks in the second year
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Fees: €24,000 for full programme (scholarships TEACHING LANGUAGE: English, French optional
available)
Includes study period at MIT in Boston, USA
This MSc offers a foundational first
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English year, covering topics from statistics and
econometrics to corporate finance, macro- and
microeconomics and an introduction to the
This programme is offered in partnership with Luxembourg financial centre. In their second
the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) year, students can choose one of five specialised
in Boston, USA. Students acquire fundamental tracks: Banking, Investment Management,
knowledge in the field of logistics and supply Risk Management and Financial Economics,
chain management. The programme includes Sustainable Finance and Digital Transformation
a three-week study period at MIT. Throughout in Finance. Teaching is supported by industry
the academic year, students work on a Master’s professionals, in particular in trending and
thesis in collaboration with an industry partner emerging topics in the financial sector, such
company. In addition to in-class activities, as FinTech or sustainable finance. In their final
students also take part in company visits to semester, students can choose to complete
further bridge the theory-practice divide. either an internship and business case report, or
a Master’s thesis.
CAREERS: prepares students for the operational
and strategic role that logistics and supply CAREERS: employment opportunities in
chain management play in modern companies. banking, finance and insurance sectors,
Graduates become supply chain champions, financial administrations, national and European
ready to confront the challenges of a changing institutions. Luxembourg’s financial centre offers
business world through a global approach to and a dynamic and international job market for
analysis of supply chain problems. graduates.

lscm.uni.lu mfe.uni.lu
[email protected] [email protected]

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Finance Economics and Management Finance
– –
MSc in Quantitative Master in Wealth
Economics and Finance Management

2 semesters | 60 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English TEACHING LANGUAGE: English

This MSc is an advanced Master programme This programme is designed to educate and
that exposes highly talented students to train future wealth managers, combining
fundamental research methods in both traditional finance subjects with person-,
fields. The programme prepares for careers in legal- and tax-centric subjects such as client
academia, public institutions and upscale jobs relationship management, estate planning,
in the industry. For its best graduates, it is a ethics and international taxation.
premier route for admission to the University This programme was developed together with
of Luxembourg’s Doctoral School in Economics the Luxembourg financial centre and prepares
and Finance. The programme meets the highest students for the job market in different wealth
international standards and compares to management contexts. In their second year,
the first year of doctoral programmes at top students either do an internship (incl. a business
universities in the US or the UK. In the second case project report) or write a Master’s thesis.
semester, students have to write a Master’s This programme has a strong professional
thesis. Close ties to the University’s economics orientation with teaching supported by industry
and finance research departments ensure professionals.
individual supervision by faculty members.
Students need to have completed 240 ECTS CAREERS: wealth management is a line of
(usually an undergraduate degree and one-year business in banks, trusts, insurance companies,
Master’s programme) to be eligible for this foundations and family offices, offering
programme. career opportunities, for example, in portfolio
management, investment advisory, compliance,
CAREERS: academia (PhD studies), public relationships management, estate planning, tax,
institutions (e.g. central banks, research legal, product management and others.
institutions, statistical services, European
institutions, national administrations) and mwm.uni.lu
upscale jobs in the industry (e.g. private banks or [email protected]
insurance companies).

mqef.uni.lu
[email protected]
Law Law
– –
Master in European Banking Master in European
and Financial Law (LL.M.) Economic and Financial
Criminal Law (LL.M.)

2 semesters | 60 ECTS 2 semesters | 60 ECTS

Option to specialise in collective investment Mandatory internship of at least eight weeks
schemes (CIS) or investment funds law
Optional internship of up to twelve weeks
TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French

TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French

This programme explores the fast-growing field
of European criminal law with special emphasis
This programme is one of the first programmes on economic and financial criminal law. The
in this field offered in continental Europe. The programme consists of six modules dedicated to
investment funds law option in the second key aspects of European criminal law, including
semester is a legal qualification unique in regulation and enforcement within the EU,
Europe. This programme focuses on the study of European criminal law and criminal procedure,
three essential pillars – banking law, securities corporate criminal law and compliance, judicial
and capital markets law and investment funds cooperation and EU law enforcement agencies.
or CIS law – in the framework of European In the second semester, students write a
Union, Luxembourg and comparative law. Master’s thesis and participate in an internship
The programme combines the acquisition to further expand their skills by applying the
of theoretical concepts and their practical acquired knowledge to real-life situations.
application through interactive teaching and
case-based learning. CAREERS: in European economic and financial
criminal law in Luxembourg or abroad, for
CAREERS: legal careers in the banking and example as a compliance expert, white-collar
financial sector, the insurance sector or the fund crime lawyer or EU official, or further studies at
industry. Employment in law firms, European PhD level.
banking and financial institutions or national
administrations, or further studies at PhD level. llm-criminal.uni.lu
[email protected]
llm-banking.uni.lu
[email protected]

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Law Law
– –
Master in European and Master in European
International Tax Law (LL.M.) Business Law (LL.M.)

2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Mandatory internship of at least eight weeks
Opportunity to participate in the “Clinique
du Droit”
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Choice between Master’s thesis and practical TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French
case study
Opportunity to apply for ATOZ Foundation
Scholarship This programme teaches students about
European integration and the interaction
TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French between EU law and national legal systems as
well as discussing areas of private law that have
been deeply Europeanised (company, labour,
This programme teaches students to master the intellectual property, banking and financial
general principles of tax law in order to be able law). The programme also explores legal areas
to work with new or unfamiliar legal rules and where the influence of European law is indirect
to successfully recognise issues arising in new but vivid (contract and tort law, law of family
taxing jurisdictions. Students will learn to make and persons, procedural law). The programme
use of the extensive Luxembourg tax treaty mixes theoretical and practical approaches,
network and gain first-hand exposure to real hosting monthly workshops, the clinical teaching
tax issues and the jurisprudence of the Court of programme “Clinique du Droit” and a mandatory
Justice of the European Union. This programme internship.
puts a particular emphasis on the interaction of
tax treaty law with domestic tax law, as well as CAREERS: employment opportunities in national
the effects of primary and secondary EU law on administrations, the European institutions,
domestic tax rules. law firms, the judiciary, banks and financial
institutions, or as notaries. Further studies at
CAREERS: employment opportunities in the PhD level.
legal, tax and advisory sector, financial or law
firms, national administrations, European and llm-business-law.uni.lu
international institutions or further studies at [email protected]
PhD level.

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[email protected]
Law Law
– –
Master in Space, Master in European Union Law
Communication and and Litigation (LL.M.)
Media Law (LL.M.)
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Mandatory internship of at least eight weeks

TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French

2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Choice between internship of at least 8 weeks
or extended Master’s thesis
This programme is designed to equip students
with in-depth knowledge and experience of
TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French substantive, institutional and procedural law of
the European Union. Based on a method of active
learning, the programme covers a wide spectrum
This programme combines a range of courses of EU law, European constitutional, administrative
on space law, international and European and regulatory law, and specific matters of EU
satellite communication law, media law, law, such as employment, immigration or external
electronic communications and e-commerce relations. The programme also covers procedural
law, intellectual property law as well as data rules and remedies as well as the role of national
protection law. It covers these areas on and international judges in relation to the Court of
international, European and national level. Over Justice of the European Union.
the course of the programme, students acquire
complete expertise in the regulatory aspects of CAREERS: employment opportunities at the
space, communication, ICT and media law within European institutions, national administrations,
an exciting and developing field. law firms and the private sector, or further
studies at PhD level.
CAREERS: employment opportunities in
national regulatory agencies, ministries llm-contentieux.uni.lu
for telecommunication and media, [email protected]
private companies active in the media
and telecommunication sector, law firms,
international organisations dealing with Students applying into the six LL.M.
space communication, development and aid specialisations need to have completed studies
institutions, or further studies at PhD level. amounting to 240 ECTS (usually a bachelor and
one-year Master degree). Students with 180
llm-space-media.uni.lu ECTS (a Bachelor or equivalent undergraduate
[email protected] degree) can apply into the foundational first
year of all LL.M. programmes, the Master in
European Law (M1).
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Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences
– –
Master en MSc in Psychology:
Gérontologie Psychological Intervention

8 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

A part-time lifelong learning study programme A research-based study programme on applied
A 2-week internship aspects of psychological Intervention
Courses are carried out in close collaboration
A Master’s thesis is required to complete the with nationally and internationally renowned
programme scholars
A mandatory 12-week internship
TEACHING LANGUAGES: French, German
TEACHING LANGUAGES: German, English
This programme is designed for professionals
working or intending to work in the senior This programme is specially designed for
sector who wish to further develop their skills. students who wish to deepen the knowledge
Students deepen their knowledge and develop acquired during a Bachelor programme in
greater expertise in geriatrics, geropsychology Psychology. The programme includes advanced
and social gerontology. The courses cover topics theoretical, methodological and applied aspects
such as health management, quality assurance, of psychological intervention research as well
palliative care and the demographic, legal, as practical on-the-job training. Students are
historical, socio-political, cultural and ethical trained in the fields of clinical psychology,
aspects of human ageing. Students are also health, social and developmental psychology. The
trained in research, assessment and evaluation flexible programme structure allows students to
methods and given the soft skills they need to choose between different courses leading to a
successfully deal with the increasing demands of more individual profile.
their workplace.
CAREERS: employment opportunities in
CAREERS: employment opportunities in senior psychological intervention and research,
positions in retirement and nursing homes, in the especially in the field of clinical and educational
administrative and care sectors, in institutions psychology, or further studies at PhD level.
providing secondary and tertiary level teaching
on aging and senior citizens, at community level mpi.uni.lu
and at other levels of social governance or as a
specialist and consultant in health care provision
and preventive care.

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Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences Education and Social Work
– –
Master in Master en
Psychotherapy Médiation

6 semesters | 120 ECTS 8 semesters | 120 ECTS

A part-time lifelong learning study programme A part-time lifelong learning study programme
Fees: €2,600/semester Taught in cooperation with Lyon 2 University
Admission requirements include 500 hours of and the University of Murcia
supervised practice in a clinical setting A Master’s thesis is required to complete the
programme
TEACHING LANGUAGES:
English, French, German TEACHING LANGUAGE: French

This programme is designed for psychologists This programme is specially designed for
and physicians who wish to undertake a special professionals who wish to develop their skills in
training in psychotherapy that covers both the mediation and conflict resolution. The first part
basic and applied aspects of psychotherapy covers general theoretical and practical aspects
research as well as practical on-the-job of mediation and conflict resolution, while in
training. Students develop professional skills the second part students can specialise in one
in psychological assessment, prevention of the options offered by the three partner
and intervention. The programme is strongly universities. At the University of Luxembourg,
research-focused with the main aim to teach students are prepared for a career in a
evidence-based methods of psychotherapy. management position in a mediation or social
The programme is in full agreement with the intervention agency. Students acquire the ability
guidelines of the European Federation of to set up, manage and monitor their own social
Psychological Associations (EFPA). intervention projects.

CAREERS: qualification to work as a certified CAREERS: employment opportunities in positions

psychotherapist. requiring mediation and conflict resolution skills.

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Education and Social Work Geography and Spatial Planning
– –
MSc in Psychology: Master in
Evaluation and Assessment Architecture

4 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

A strong focus on statistics A profiled programme in architecture, European
Development of design tests for data collection, urbanisation and globalisation
utilising quantitative and qualitative research Design studios on architectural
A mandatory 10-week internship in a and urban design
counselling setting A 2-month internship in an architectural
practice

TEACHING LANGUAGES: French, English

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English

This programme provides key qualifications

specific to the assessment field. Students This programme focuses on architectural design,
develop the statistical and methodological as a creative discipline and a major agent in
knowledge and expertise required to process the production of space. Students explore how
and interpret data. They acquire advanced skills the historical, social, political and environmental
for implementing and applying assessment effects of urbanisation and globalisation are
tools in educational settings and for developing shaping architecture. The courses cover a broad
cognitive, professional or personal profiles. range of topics including the economic and
Students are trained to become high-quality ecological aspects of globalisation, European
experts in the areas of psychometrics, statistics urban and spatial planning, urban landscape
and measurement and multivariate analysis design within Europe and the respective
methods. regulatory frameworks, and the history and
theory of cultural and visual studies, as well as
CAREERS: employment opportunities in HR research methods on architecture and urbanism.
departments, assessment centres, initial
and lifelong training centres, or further studies CAREERS: employment opportunities in the
at PhD level. private sector or administrative bodies, or
further studies at PhD level.
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masterarchitecture.lu
Geography and Spatial Planning
–
Master in Border Studies
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Multilingual programme taught at the University
of Luxembourg, University of Lorraine, (France),
Saarland University (Germany), University of
Kaiserslautern (Germany)
A mandatory internship
A joint diploma issued by all four partner
universities

TEACHING LANGUAGES:
German, French, English

This programme addresses the economic, CAREERS: employment opportunities in cross-

political, social and cultural issues of borders border and intercultural working settings,
and border regions in Europe and beyond and cultural agencies or institutions, media relations,
provides students with the analytical skills public administrations, cross-border cultural
required to understand the challenges of management and regional marketing or further
cross-border cooperation. Students acquire the studies at PhD level.
needed skills to play a crucial part in discussions
mbs.uni.lu
about national and European identities,
[email protected]
worldwide mobilities, migration and cultural
diversity issues. Students can choose either
the spatial studies track or the language and
cultural studies track.

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Geography and Spatial Planning Humanities
– –
Master in Geography Master en
and Spatial Planning Enseigement Secondaire

4 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Advanced approaches in geographical analysis Four tracks: German Studies, Romance Studies,
and spatial planning Luxembourgish Studies, Mathematics (organised by
Unique combination of quantitative and the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine)
qualitative research methods A focus on issues specific to the Luxembourg
A variety of learning activities including school system such as multilingualism,
lectures, seminars, workshops and urban field multiculturalism and integration
work in an international environment Two practical one-week training sessions

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English TEACHING LANGUAGES:

French, German, English, Luxembourgish

This programme trains experts to understand

the complexity of the development of cities This programme is designed to train highly
and regions as a reflection of global changes qualified teaching professionals for the
and local dynamics. The courses emphasise the Luxembourg school system. For the literature
need and opportunities for sustainable planning and language tracks, students are required to
strategies and territorial development, especially hold a Bachelor’s degree in German Studies,
in Europe. The programme provides a unique Romance Studies, Philology or Cultural Studies.
combination of academic courses and practical They deepen their knowledge in the respective
work. Students learn to identify geography and fields and develop the pedagogical skills
planning problems at different geographical needed for teaching in classroom settings.
scales and relate them to conceptual and The programme provides students with the
theoretical models. They acquire the ability to necessary skills to understand and face
master and combine geographic information the challenges of teaching and learning in a
systems, cartography and statistical tools as multicultural and multilingual school system.
well as qualitative research and governance
analysis methods. CAREERS: prepares students for a teaching
career in secondary schools in Luxembourg, or
CAREERS: employment opportunities in private further studies at PhD level.
and public spatial planning bodies, mobility and
transport consultancies, urban and regional mse.uni.lu
development agencies, European and cross-
border institutions, universities and research
centres, or further studies at PhD level.

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Humanities
–
Master en Études Franco-
Allemandes: Communication et
Coopération Transfrontalières
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Courses are taught at the University of Lorraine,
Saarland University and the University
of Luxembourg
A mandatory internship in a cross-border institution
Intensive French and German language courses
A curriculum certified by the Franco-German
University

TEACHING LANGUAGES: French, German students must choose three courses directly
linked to their field of study (two in semester
3 and one in semester 4) from a large range of
This programme trains experts in intercultural Master’s courses offered at the University of
communication providing them with a deep Luxembourg.
understanding of the France-Germany-
Luxembourg relationship. Courses cover CAREERS: employment opportunities in
a broad range of subjects including the journalism, public relations, marketing in cultural
politics, economics and culture of France institutions in the Saar-Lor-Lux region or
and Germany, Franco-German relations European institutions, or further studies at PhD
and European integration, intercultural level.
communication, information and
communication sciences, and cultural and mpcct.uni.lu
media analysis. Students spend the first year
at the University of Lorraine and the second
at Saarland University. During the second year,

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Humanities Humanities
– –
Master in European Master in Learning and
Contemporary History Communication in Multilingual
and Multicultural Contexts

4 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS

A strong focus on digital history Multilingual classes in English, French and
Conferences and guest lecturers by German with both academic and practical
international experts and European key players orientation
Specialisation in “European history in the Master’s classes and an international
long term“ or “Social and political history of symposium with renowned international experts
contemporary Europe“ The option of internships in European
Institutions, companies and NGOs

TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French

TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French
and German, some courses are multilingual
This programme is designed to provide students
with high-level education in European history,
covering topics such as the political and socio- This multilingual and international programme
economic aspects of the European integration focuses on the challenges and opportunities of
process, the construction of social and cultural multilingualism and multiculturalism in education,
identity throughout Europe, European migration the workplace and digital media. Students
and Europe’s relations with other global regions. develop in-depth knowledge of scientific
Students learn to use digital history tools and research in these fields and work with a range
methodologies and transfer and adapt traditional of methodological tools used for conducting
narrative techniques. They develop their own independent research projects that are relevant
ways of telling (hi)stories, for both academic and to societal issues. The programme includes the
non-academic audiences. possibility of a work placement, a symposium
abroad and lectures given by internationally
CAREERS: employment opportunities in renowned external
European political and cultural institutions,
media and cultural management, diplomatic
services, senior civil service, archives and
libraries or further studies at PhD level.

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 Humanities
–
Master in Modern
and Contemporary
European Philosophy

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

A high-level academic education in modern and
contemporary European philosophy
A strong research focus
Key insights into historical developments
and systematic problems of modern and
contemporary European philosophy

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English

experts. Students develop their skills in the

This programme focuses on European
three languages used during the programme.
philosophy from Descartes to the present day
Courses are taught Thursdays to Saturdays to
and provides an in-depth study of European
accommodate part-time students.
philosophy beginning with classical rationalism
and empiricism, moving on to Kant and German
CAREERS: employment opportunities
idealism and concluding with 20th century and
in education, digital media analysis,
contemporary philosophy. Credited language
diversity management, cultural mediation,
courses give students the opportunity to
communication, human resources, translation
improve their French and German language
and journalism, or further studies at PhD level.
skills. Students may choose from a wide range
multi-learn.uni.lu of interdisciplinary course options covering the
fields of history, politics and literature.

CAREERS: employment opportunities in cultural

and political institutions, journalism and
publishing, or further studies at PhD level.

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Humanities Humanities
– –
Master Trinationaler Master in Literatur-,
Theaterwissenschaft Kultur- und Sprachgeschichte des
und Interkulturalität deutschsprachigen Raums
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

A programme jointly organised by the University
of Luxembourg and the University of Trier
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
A strong cooperation with national theatrical
institutions A programme jointly organised by the University
of Luxembourg, the University of Lorraine
An intensive practical orientation and Saarland University
A curriculum certified by the Franco-German
TEACHING LANGUAGES: German, some courses University
might be taught in French and/or English
TEACHING LANGUAGE: German, some
This programme is designed for students who optional courses are taught in French
are passionate about theatre, performing arts
and culture. The courses cover both the theory This programme focuses on German language,
and practice of theatre in its historical and literature and culture from their beginnings
contemporary forms. Students are introduced to the present day. Students design their
to the relationship between theatre and own curriculum according to their interests by
interculturalism and deepen their knowledge of choosing from different courses offered at the
intercultural aesthetics, the different forms and three partner universities. At the University of
concepts of theatre, theatre theory and cultural Luxembourg, the focus is on culture and media
management. Students take script and writing studies and multilingualism. Students familiarise
workshops led by directors and playwrights themselves with the different learning and
and plan, coordinate and implement their own research cultures of the three countries and
artistic projects. acquire intercultural skills, which are highly valued
in today’s working environment. Depending on
CAREERS: employment opportunities in the the number of credits acquired at each of the
theatre, cultural agencies or institutions, public three universities, students obtain a tri-national,
relations, cultural management and organisation, bi-national or national diploma.
project management and festival organisation,
theatre review and media relations, or further CAREERS: employment opportunities in pub-
studies at PhD level. lishing, media and communications, cultural
institutions, library and archive work, the lifelong
mti.uni.lu learning sector, or further studies at PhD level.

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Humanities
–
Master
Transnational German Studies
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

Students stay at a different European university
each semester
"Employability" module including an internship
or a practice seminar and workshops with
industry professionals
Optional languages courses in Italian,
Luxembourgish and Portuguese

TEACHING LANGUAGES: German, some courses

are taught in English

This joint programme focuses on German The curriculum integrates a broad variety of
language, literature and culture with a courses encouraging students to continuously
specialisation in the Middle Ages and the develop their disciplinary and non-disciplinary
Early-Modern period. Taught at four different skills. A mentoring programme, which runs
universities including Universidade do Porto through all 4 semesters provides students the
(semester 1), University of Luxembourg opportunity to exchange with experienced indus-
(semester 2), Johannes Gutenberg-Universität try professionals.
Mainz (semester 3) and Universita degli Studi
CAREERS: employment opportunities in cultural
di Palermo (semester 4), the programme offers
institutions and cultural management, public
a specific pathway in Literary Studies, which
relations and journalism, archives and libraries or
enables students to understand the historical
further studies at PhD level.
and cultural factors influencing modern European
society.
mtg.uni.lu
transnationalgermanstudies.eu

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Social Sciences
–
Master en Études
Parlementaires
Master in Legislative Studies
in collaboration with:

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

A joint Master’s degree in legislative studies
An internship during semester 4
A unique collaboration with the Assemblée
Parlementaire de la Francophonie and 88
national and regional parliaments (Africa,
Americas, Asia, Europe and Middle East)

TEACHING LANGUAGES: French, English

The programme provides students with an in- France), Parliaments and Internationalisation
depth knowledge about contemporary legislative (Université de Babes-Bolyai, Romania), American
bodies, the legislative and political decision- legislative studies & public administration
making processes, and the political electoral and politics (Université Laval, Canada). The
processes. The curriculum combines courses in second year (MII) is taught at the University
political science, political communication, public of Luxembourg and is designed to deepen the
policies, ethics, sociology, law and geography. students’ understanding of legislative studies.
The multidisciplinary approach prepares
students to meet the societal, ethical, cultural CAREERS: employment in the public sector,
and economic challenges legislators and public European and international institutions, lobbying
institutions are facing. associations and consultancies, ONGs, think-
tanks and public affairs consultancies, scientific
In the first year, students pursue their studies
and privates evaluation offices or further studies
in one of the specialisations offered at the
at a PhD level.
four partner universities: legislative studies and
comparative, European politics (University of mep.uni.lu
Luxembourg), legislative and electoral law (Aix-
Marseille Université,
Social Sciences Social Sciences and Education
– –
Master in Master in Management und
European Governance Coaching im Bildungs-
und Sozialwesen

4 semesters | 120 ECTS 6 semesters | 120 ECTS

A strong core of teaching on European politics A part-time lifelong learning study programme
and policy Courses generally take place on Friday
A broader interdisciplinary curriculum on afternoons (some sessions on Thursday
European integration evenings or Saturday mornings)
A series of practitioner-led seminars Admission requirements include three years
of work experience

TEACHING LANGUAGES:
English (French optional) TEACHING LANGUAGES: German, French (the
majority of the courses are taught in German)
This programme trains experts in European
public policy by providing advanced-level training This programme is specially designed for
in political science. Students gain a unique professionals working in the socio-educational
insight into the processes of European decision- sector and whose responsibilities include
making and explore the historical development management or coaching tasks. The programme
of European integration and the foundations of combines theoretical knowledge in sociology,
the EU legal system. They choose from a range psychology, educational science and economics
of policy area seminars from different sectors with students’ professional experience. Courses
including social, economic, environmental cover the theoretical and empirical issues of
and external policies of the European Union. organisations, educational systems, social
Students also develop transferable skills welfare systems, professional roles, learning
including data analysis, report-writing and oral and communication. The students develop
presentation skills. leadership, management and coaching skills
and learn to critical self-reflect on their work
CAREERS: employment opportunities in the projects.
public and private sector in the area of European
public policy, in international consulting firms, CAREERS: employment opportunities as
the European institutions or national governance headteachers, teachers or tutors at primary or
bodies or further studies at PhD level. secondary schools, school inspectors, experts
in educational and social administration,
meg.uni.lu managers and consultants for governmental,
semi-governmental or non-governmental
organisations and project managers.

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Social Sciences and Education
–
Master in Social Sciences
and Educational Sciences

4 semesters | 120 ECTS

A research-based study programme with
student participation in on-going research
projects
Country comparisons and site visits of
international organisations with insider views
on educational policymaking and programming
Seminar-based teaching with intensive
mentoring (Master’s thesis)

TEACHING LANGUAGE: English

This programme is designed for students with

strong interests in theory and methods in one or
more of the social sciences, with key thematic
foci including social inequality and comparing
education systems. Students are enabled to
understand the development of education and
social policies, schooling and social services
across time, and to compare across cases.
Students learn to analyse and solve problems
by using the approaches and methodologies
of a variety of academic disciplines, including
sociology, educational science and political
science.

CAREERS: employment opportunities in

(inter)national educational organisations,
research institutes, or administration or further
studies at PhD level.

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 How to
discover the
University?

• The Open Day in spring allows you to meet many actors of University life and
to inform yourself about the studies. In 2021, we are also running a series of
virtual events throughout the year. Please check our website to stay informed
on our future events.

• The Student Service department (SEVE) at the University. All year long this
service welcomes you from 13.30 to 16.00 from Monday to Friday (without
appointment) for any questions about the admission procedure.
*Please note that due to COVID-19, consultations with SEVE are currently
possible only by appointment.

• During Orientation and Information Fairs throughout the year in Luxembourg

(during November at Luxexpo- The Box in Kirchberg) and across Europe (Paris,
Strasbourg, Metz, Brussels, Liège, Saarbrücken and Trier).
*Please note that the schedule of events is currently affected
by COVID-19 restrictions. Kindly check online for latest updates.

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 University
of Luxembourg
Multilingual. Personalised. Connected.

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 –

Studying
– at the
University of
Luxembourg
means…
Being multilingual Being well-connected
in the world of work
The University of Luxembourg is a
multilingual university. Most of our As a student, you will be able to take
programmes are bilingual (French-English advantage of the excellent links to the
or French-German), even trilingual or financial centre, employers, industry and
taught entirely in English. Campus life public institutions in Luxembourg. Over
is as multilingual and multicultural as 860 lecturers from the business world, the
Luxembourg itself since our students come social and education sector, and national
here from all over the world. and European institutions teach in our
three faculties. A large number of our study
programmes give you the option of a work
Having an open mind placement as a way of gaining practical
experience.
We strongly encourage student mobility
and all our Bachelor’s students must spend
one semester abroad. The University of Having a unique
Luxembourg is an active partner in the
university experience
European ERASMUS+ Programme and has
signed a series of agreements with partner The University of Luxembourg operates
universities in the United States, Australia, on a human scale. Here, students are the
China, Korea, Japan, Laos, Thailand, top priority. Much of our teaching takes
India, Uruguay, Brazil, Russia, Turkey and place in small classes or seminars. You will
Canada. Many exchange opportunities receive personal supervision and individual
are also on offer for Master’s students mentoring. Our students are encouraged
to take an active part in lectures, classroom
and PhD candidates. Language skills
debates and discussions.
and a willingness to be open-minded are
rewarded with degree qualifications which
give our students undisputed advantages in
the global labour market.

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Our student support services

The University of Luxembourg offers a Master's students and PhD candidates.

range of services to provide you with Our Mobility Department will give you
support and advice throughout your time information about the different programmes
at the University. SEVE, the Student available and help walk you through the
Department (Service des Études administrative formalities.
et de la Vie Étudiante), is there to help you
with all the administrative formalities from
the moment you enrol until graduation. …getting your career on track
The University Career Centre provides
counselling services including individual
…enrolling consultation, skills assessment sessions
You can enrol at the University via our and workshops to assist you with your job
website. The Admissions Department applications. The University organises the
is responsible for issuing the various annual Unicareers.lu recruitment fair for
administrative documents required for students and young professionals.
enrolment: student card, certificates, etc.

…learning a new language

…finding a place to live
The Language Centre offers academic
The University of Luxembourg has 37 and vocational courses as well as general
student halls, with a total of 1,122 rooms language courses in French, German,
and studio apartments, located mostly in English and Luxembourgish for students
Esch-sur-Alzette and Luxembourg City,
and University staff.
which offer students excellent housing
and a great environment to work and meet
other students.
…studying in the best possible
conditions
…helping you prepare your A qualified psychologist offers counselling
mobility semester and support. Sessions are confidential and
Spending an exchange semester in another free of charge.
country is compulsory for all Bachelor
students at the University of Luxembourg.
We also offer exchange possibilities to uni.lu/students
Campus Sport
Student life is not just about studying – it’s also Student life
a great opportunity to get involved in sports.
Campus Sport organises over 20 different
sports activities run by professional coaches.
at the University
Campus Art
of Luxembourg
Art workshops are organised free of charge for
the whole University community.

Student life
Joining a student association is a great way
to meet new people. At the University of
Luxembourg, several student associations
represent the interests of the student
community. The student lounge is the place to
meet, hang out and participate in a variety of
activities. The Office of Student Life organises
a range of different events, in particular the
Welcome Day*, Garden Party*, Masquerade
Party* and Christmas Party*.

UMatter
The University of Luxembourg is committed
to fostering the well-being, mental health and
inclusion of our students. It is important for us
to ensure that your time at the University of
Luxembourg is a safe and happy one. UMatter
offers online appointments with the mental
health team; tips on how to take care of
yourself; what to do if you are concerned about
someone else’s wellbeing and much more to
help and guide you on your academic journey.

Espace cultures
Espace cultures organises and coordinates
cultural events and activities, including the
University Choir, the University Chamber
Music Ensemble, the student theatre group
EduDrame, the dance group Dance Cluster and
a mime workshop.

*Please note that the schedule of events is currently

affected by COVID restrictions. Kindly check our 44-45
website for details.
 Belval Campus

Belval Campus Kirchberg Campus

Belval Campus is the University of Kirchberg Campus is right at the heart of
Luxembourg’s main site. Close to Esch-sur- Luxembourg City’s business district, with the
Alzette, Luxembourg’s second largest city, country’s international banking and financial centre
Belval combines research with teaching and all the European institutions close by. Just a
and urban life with leisure activities. Once stone’s throw from the University campus are the
home to Luxembourg’s largest steelworks, Kirchberg shopping centre, the large sports and
this site now features research and learning aquatic centre known as the Coque and the Grand
facilities, the University library and learning Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art (Mudam), as
centre as well as student accommodation. well as the Philharmonie Luxembourg concert
The campus is located at the centre of an hall. All LL.M. courses are taught at the Weicker
urban district and has excellent connection building in Kirchberg.
to public transportation.
Limpertsberg Campus
Limpertsberg Campus is located in a residential
area close to the centre of Luxembourg City and
just a few minutes from Kirchberg, the capital's
business district.

Limpertsberg Campus Kirchberg Campus Kirchberg Campus, Weicker building

Some key facts about Luxembourg

In the heart of Europe,

2hrs
from Paris,
LUXEMBOURG Brussels and
London

Luxembourg City
is listed as a
UNESCO World
Heritage

Headquarters of A cosmopolitan country where people from many

many European different nationalities
institutions live side by side

Luxembourg City is the safest city in the world

(according to a study carried out by Mercer Consultancy, March 2019)

A dynamic, competitive and open economy

with an attractive labour market

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Living in Luxembourg is Campus. You will find chic bars alongside
traditional pubs and hip cafés. In the
a unique multilingual and
summer, the streets and terraces come
multicultural experience alive with people.
Luxembourg has three official languages Luxembourg has an amazingly beautiful
and is home to over 170 nationalities. Of its countryside. Almost one third of the country
613 894 inhabitants, over 47% come from is covered by forest and you can hike and
outside Luxembourg. The national language bike your way through 600 km of cycling
is Luxembourgish; however, most people routes and hiking trails. Luxembourg is a
speak at least French, German or English. real heaven for outdoor enthusiasts.
If you would like to learn Luxembourgish,
you can take classes at the University’s Luxembourg’s rich cultural heritage includes
Language Centre. Cultural diversity is a daily several castles and charming villages,
reality in Luxembourg. as well as the historical districts and
fortifications in the country’s capital.
The fortifications of the Old City of
Luxembourg and its ancient quarters have Check out some of the the best
been part of the UNESCO Cultural World places to go in Luxembourg:
Heritage since 1994. Luxembourg boasts
a vibrant cultural and art scene and has visitluxembourg.com
a wide range of museums, theatres, art lcto.lu
galleries and music venues. There is a esch.lu
vibrant nightlife, especially in Luxembourg atelier.lu
City (114 000 inhabitants) and around Belval
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