Master's Programme in Law and Gender, Intersectionality and Diversity, 120 credits

The two-year Master's programme is a joint program offered through a collaboration between Örebro University, Sweden, the University of Belgrade, Serbia and LUMSA University in Palermo, Italy. These three institutions have strong academic profiles in law, social sustainability, and gender studies. As a student, you will not only gain advanced knowledge in legal studies but also benefit from the unique opportunity to study in three different European countries. The programme also gives you a unique opportunity to engage with students and faculty from diverse legal traditions while building an international professional network.

The programme is designed for applicants with a background in law, social sciences, humanities, or related fields. It is particularly suited to those who aspire to contribute to a more equal and inclusive society at the local, national, and global levels.

The curriculum consists of both compulsory and elective courses, allowing students to specialize in areas such as human rights, migration law, family law, feminist legal theories, digital technology and gender, sports law, criminology, tax law, European Union law, and international law. Students also gain valuable practical experience through a legal clinic, project-based work, practical exercises, and teaching delivered by leading experts in the field.

The programme concludes with an independent Master's thesis with an international focus. Upon successful completion of the programme, students are eligible to apply for three internationally recognised degrees awarded by the partner universities.

Programme syllabus Master's Programme in Law and Gender, Intersectionality and Diversity, 120 credits

The programme is delivered on-site across three European universities. During the first semester, you will study in Belgrade; the second semester takes place in Palermo; and the third semester in Örebro. In the fourth semester, you will study at one of the three locations, depending on your chosen area of specialisation.
Semester 1
During the first semester, you will study at the University of Belgrade, undertaking courses in international law, feminist theories, as well as elective courses.
Semester 2
In the second semester, you will study at LUMSA University in Palermo. You will take courses in human rights, civil law, public law, specialised subjects, and electives.
Semester 3
During the third semester, you will study at Örebro University, where you will complete courses in criminal law, public policy, legal placements, and electives.
Semester 4
The fourth semester consists of an independent Master’s thesis with an international orientation, undertaken at one of the three study locations depending on your chosen field of study.

Specific entry requirements: A first-cycle qualification comprising at least 180 credits. The applicant must also have qualifications corresponding to the course "English 6" or "English level 2" from the Swedish upper secondary school.

First semester: Autumn semester 2027

Pace of study: Full Time

Level: Second Cycle

Study places: 10

Selection: Number of credits obtained no later than on the last application date

Study venue: Örebro

School: School of Behavioural, Social and Legal Sciences

Qualifications: Degree of Master of Arts/Science [120 credits]

Language of instruction: The language of instruction is English.

Application code ORU-M3700

Study Advisor: Viktoria Strömberg

Phone: +46 19 303000 (switchboard)

Email: studievagledning.BSR@oru.se