National and European Economic Law, Bachelor 1 subject

  • ​What are the differences between German and French law?
  • What are the similarities between German and French law?
  • What influence does European law have on the two legal systems?
  • How does the legal work in the two countries function?
  • What are the similarities and differences?

What I enjoy most is attending the courses that we have together with the students from Tours.

Myriam El Hamdi

What made you choose this degree programme?

I always wanted to study law. I also developed a great interest in French culture during my time at school. When I saw that the RUB offered a bilingual degree programme with two degrees, I didn't hesitate and applied for a place straight away.

In which respect have or haven’t your expectations been fulfilled?

So far, all my expectations have been met. Because there are not that many students, it is possible to support each one individually.

Which aspect of your degree programme do you enjoy most?

What I enjoy most is attending the courses that we have together with the students from Tours.

What has been your biggest challenge to date?

At the beginning, it was the French courses that we had with lecturers from Tours that I found particularly challenging. However, it has to be said that the lecturers have adapted to our rhythm and it is not a problem to have difficulties in understanding at the beginning.

What would you like to become after completing your degree?

Lawyer for German companies in France.

Which advice would you like to give to students who consider enrolling in this degree programme?

Before starting your studies, it can't hurt to familiarise yourself with the French legal terms. This will save you the initial shock in the French lectures. If you are really interested in France and the EU in general, the degree programme offers a really good opportunity to gain an intensive impression. The internship in France and the stay in Tours alone make the programme different from a traditional law degree. However, it is necessary to have a really good command of written and spoken French, otherwise it will be too difficult.

Profile

Degree
Bachelor of Laws
Start
Winter semester
Duration
6 semesters
Classroom language
German, French
Admission
Not restricted
Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Application information for international applicants

Application information for international applicants

What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
of its international character: after six semesters, you will receive two full university degrees: the Bachelor of Laws, awarded by Ruhr-Universität Bochum, and the Licence en droit, awarded by Université de Tours.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • German commercial law
  • French commercial law
  • European law


Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
Have...
  • good German and French language skills
  • interest in German, French and European law with economic aspects
  • an interest in social and political subject matters
  • an interest in French culture
  • tenacity
Enjoy...
  • textual analysis
  • logical thinking
  • analysis and application of laws
  • language and new experiences
  • comparing two legal cultures
Struggle through...
  • the style of legal opinions in Germany
  • French legal methodology
  • the legal texts in the respective language
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in ​Franco-German enterprises
  • in intergovernmental organizations
And else?
An internship ...

is mandatory. It is done during the degree course.
Duration: 4 weeks

Studying abroad ... is mandatory. It is done from the 5. semester.
Duration: 2 semester
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Building, Room: GD E2/429

Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-24967

E-mail: dfbm@rub.de

Website academic advisory office

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