MA German and Legal Studies
About this course
MA in German and Legal Studies, an undergraduate degree combining modern European language training with the study of the legal system and legal theory. Core topics include Research Methods, Financial Analysis, Legal Analysis, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The four-year programme allows students to complete a final-year dissertation project. The first year introduces the foundations through Legal System, Foundations of Private Law, and German Language 1. The second year continues with Modern German Culture 3 and German Language 3 alongside optional modules such as Eu Institutions and Law. The third year features German Junior Honours Language Study, while optional study in later years covers subjects like Law of Sales Honours, Intellectual Property Law, and Law and Artificial Intelligence. Final-year students can also choose a Dissertation in German or a standard Dissertation.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL. SL in English is also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in related subjects. Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B.) GCSE English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C/4 or above. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 is also required for Accountancy, Economics and Finance programmes. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3.
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Legal professionals: 50%
- Elementary occupations: 7%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 6%
- Sales occupations: 6%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 15%
- South East: 5%
- Scotland: 65%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- A degree: 10%
Modules
- Legal System
- Foundations of Private Law
- Academic Writing for Language & Literature
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- German Language 1
- German Language 2
- Modern German Culture 1
- The Global City in Text and Film
- Criminal Law
- Contract
- Delict and Unjustified Enrichment
- UK Constitutional Law
- Foundations of Common Law with English Criminal Law
- A World Full of Law: Legal Cultures Before the Age of Exploration
- Modern German Culture 3
- German Language 3
- Criminal Law
- Eu Institutions and Law
- The Law of Property
- Public International Law
- Administrative Law and Civil Liberties
- German Junior Honours Language Study
- Law of Sales Honours
- Criminal Justice
- Gender, Law and Society
- Intellectual Property Law
- International Human Rights
- American Constitutional Law
- Company Law (Honours)
- Civil Law Honours
- Law and Economics: Selected Topics
- Privacy and Data Protection Law
- Law and Artificial Intelligence
- Delict
- Criminal Law
- Animal Welfare Law
- International Criminal Law
- International Law of the Sea
- Free Speech Honours
- The Legal Architecture of Global Commerce
- Voluntary Scotland, Scottish Charities, Clubs, Community Organisations
- Copyright and Allied Rights
- International Family Law (Honours)
- Criminal Evidence (Honours)
- Corporate Governance
- Children, Young People and Crime Honours
- International Cybersecurity Law
- Regulation of Biometric Data and Profiling: Social, Ethical and Legal
- Law of the Digital Economy
- Space Law: Public International Law
- Legal Storytelling
- Shipping Law
- Fundamental Issues in Environmental Law
- Principles of Tax Law
- Property Law (Honours)
- Administrative Law (Honours)
- Media Law (Honours)
- German Language Study for Senior Honours
- Dissertation in German
- Dissertation
- Law of Sales Honours
- Criminal Justice
- Gender, Law and Society
- Intellectual Property Law
- International Human Rights
- American Constitutional Law
- Company Law (Honours)
- Civil Law Honours
- Law and Economics: Selected Topics
- Privacy and Data Protection Law
- Law and Artificial Intelligence
- Delict
- Criminal Law
- Animal Welfare Law
- International Criminal Law
- International Law of the Sea
- Free Speech Honours
- The Legal Architecture of Global Commerce
- Voluntary Scotland, Scottish Charities, Clubs, Community Organisations
- Copyright and Allied Rights
- International Family Law (Honours)
- Criminal Evidence (Honours)
- Corporate Governance
- Children, Young People and Crime Honours
- International Cybersecurity Law
- Regulation of Biometric Data and Profiling: Social, Ethical and Legal
- Law of the Digital Economy
- Space Law: Public International Law
- Legal Storytelling
- Shipping Law
- Fundamental Issues in Environmental Law
- Principles of Tax Law
- Property Law (Honours)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA German and Legal Studies at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £36,500. The £30,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Law.
What do graduates of MA German and Legal Studies at University of Aberdeen do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA German and Legal Studies at University of Aberdeen?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA German and Legal Studies at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 158 UCAS points.
Does MA German and Legal Studies at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA German and Legal Studies at University of Aberdeen?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.