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European Master in Law & Economics (EMLE)

Now at the University of Arizona — the first and only U.S. partner in a global EU program.

A Global Legal-Economic Education

Launched in 1990, EMLE is an interdisciplinary master’s program combining law and economics. Students rotate between multiple universities in Europe — and now, for the first time, in the United States at the University of Arizona.

LEARN MORE ABOUT EMLE

EMLE is a one-year master’s program where students study across multiple universities in different countries. Each term is hosted at a different location, offering a truly international academic experience.

EMLE brings together universities across Europe — like Rotterdam, Hamburg, Ghent, and Rome — and globally in Mumbai, Haifa, and now Tucson, Arizona. It’s a unique chance to live and learn in multiple cultures.

Students can follow one of three tracks based on their interests: Markets, Corporations & Regulators(MCR), Public and International Law, Innovation and Intellectual Property(IP).



Thanks to agreements between partner universities, students graduate with credentials from each university they attend — making this a truly joint degree.

Introducing EMLE at the University of Arizona

The University of Arizona is the newest EMLE partner — and the only institution in the United States to join this prestigious program. Students can now experience American legal and economic perspectives in an international context.

  • Only U.S. Partner in EMLE
    Arizona offers EMLE students a chance to engage with American legal and economic systems in a comparative context.

  • Exclusive Arizona Courses
    Students at Arizona will take unique classes like Justice, Law & Capitalism and Regulation of Emerging Technologies—available only at this location.

  • Top Faculty and Guest Speakers
    Learn from leading scholars and industry professionals, including events from the renowned COL Mundheim Speaker Series featuring conversations with national business and law leaders.

  • Dynamic Campus Life in Tucson
    Arizona offers a welcoming, research-driven campus in a sunny, affordable city with access to law, economics, and tech communities.

Tracks Offered Through the University of Arizona

  1. Markets, Corporations & Regulators (MCR)

Second Term: Rotterdam | Third Term: Arizona (optional)

  • Advanced Economics of Regulation
    Examines regulation, competition policy, and market oversight.

  • Moot Court
    A simulated legal case using law and economics arguments.

  • Justice, Law & Capitalism (Arizona)
    Covers CSR, ESG, and the ethical foundations of law & economics.

  • Regulation of Emerging Technologies (Arizona)
    Focus on tech law, cybersecurity, AI, and digital platforms

    2. Innovation and Intellectual Property(IP)

    Second Term: Ghent | Third Term: Arizona (optional)

      • Economic Analysis of IP
        Legal and economic perspectives on patents, trademarks, and copyright.

      • Economics of Innovation
        Contract design, startups, and incentives in creative industries.

Admissions & Study Pathways

  • EMLE students apply through the central consortium. The program spans three terms at two or three partner universities, with set mobility rules to ensure international experience.

  • Admissions

    Applications open each fall through the EMLE website. A CV, transcript, and motivation letter are required.

  • Mobility Rules

    • Study at two different universities(Minimum)

    • At least one must be in Europe

    • Students can’t study more than one term in their country of residence

    • Those choosing Arizona, Haifa, or Mumbai must also pick a European partner

  • Specialization Tracks

    • Tracks are optional but offer a certificate if completed. Arizona hosts courses in two tracks
      • Markets, Corporations & Regulators (MCR)
      • Innovation & Intellectual Property (IP)

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Don’t let financial barriers stand between you and your goals

EMLE Student Cohort 2025

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Visiting From
Erasmus University Rotterdam in the Netherlands
Hails From
Prague, Czechia
Thesis / Interest
Expanding the Welfare Standard Debate in Competition Law: The Role of Shareholders
Enjoyed
Exploring Arizona’s nature and new academic perspectives

David Frič

“The courses offered [by EMLE Arizona] had innovative content and I thought it is a tremendous opportunity to study in and explore the US.”

Nour Mahmoud

“As an international student, I see my future flowing between jurisdictions, adapting and bridging different worlds.”

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Visiting From
Aix-Marseille University in France
Hails From
Tunisie (Tunisia)
Thesis / Interest
Cyberwar & Insurance
Enjoyed
Experiencing new landscapes, like the American mountains, and new cultures

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Visiting From
Erasmus University Rotterdam in the Netherlands
Hails From
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Thesis / Interest
The Impact of the Different Regulatory Approaches of the FDA and the EMA on Pharmaceutical Innovation
Enjoyed
Exploring Arizona’s deserts, studying at UA, and experiencing Southwestern life—especially the sunsets and food.

Tessa Nuijens

“I would like to explore whether the FDA’s generally faster drug approval process fosters more innovation compared to the EMA’s slower, potentially more cautious approach.”

Zi Wang

“I’m excited to experience diverse legal education systems and to engage with Arizona’s rich interdisciplinary environment!”

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Visiting From
Hamburg University
Hails From
Jinzhong, China
Thesis / Interest
Using AI in Court: A Comparative Law Perspective and Study
Enjoyed
The University of Arizona is a strong institute offering amazing resources in law and technology.

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Visiting From
Aix-Marseille University in France
Hails From
Marseille, France
Thesis / Interest
Hedge funds and tech startups: A legal and economic inquiry into balancing performance and public interest
Enjoyed
Experiencing life in the United States and immersing himself in the diverse culture while growing personally & professionally.

Abdelkader Benguedih

“I was drawn to the university’s fascinating range of courses, which align perfectly with my academic and personal interests.”

Anton Nachatoi

“Economics helps me understand the world—and imagine ways to make it better.”

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Visiting From
Moscow State Law Academy in Russia
Hails From
Moscow, Russia
Thesis / Interest
Regulations for Crypto Assets in the EU & USA
Enjoyed
Meeting new people in a new culture and experiencing the southwestern environment.

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Visiting From
National University of Mongolia and the University of Augsburg
Hails From
Mongolia & Germany
Thesis / Interest
Governance Challenges of Sovereign wealth funds in state-capitalist economies: The case of Mongolia
Enjoyed
Returning to my career as a corporate in-house lawyer at Mongolia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) after gaining new skills and experience.

Bolor Batsaikhan

“My goal is to return and contribute meaningfully to the SWF vision, now equipped with the advanced legal and economic knowledge I’ve gained through the EMLE program.”

Huynh Kieu Anh Ly

“The warm support from program staff and the diverse ISS activities have made me feel truly welcome.”

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Visiting From
Ho Chi Minh City University of Law in Viet Nam
Hails From
Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
Thesis / Interest
How to Deal with Foreign-Owned Applications? – the TikTok case
Enjoyed
Experiencing education in one of the world’s strongest economies.

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Visiting From
Erasmus University Rotterdam in the Netherlands
Hails From
Belgium
Thesis / Interest
Navigating the Green Divide: Can the EU Fulfill its Sustainable Finance Ambitions in the Trump 2.0 Era?
Enjoyed
Enjoying a completely different environment from what I’m used to in Europe.

Maximilian Doyle

“It feels like the perfect mix of adventure and learning.”