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STUDY GLOBAL LAW AT IE UNIVERSITY
STUDY GLOBAL LAW AT IE UNIVERSITY
Our Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) is designed to help you understand the law in a global, practical, multidisciplinary and context-driven way. From the very start, you study legal systems through international, EU and comparative perspectives, learning how rules operate in real-world settings and how different jurisdictions respond to common challenges.
As an official degree, the LL.B. provides the academic foundation needed to access further legal education and, ultimately, pathways to the legal profession in a variety of jurisdictions. Within this framework, students have the opportunity to combine the IE University LL.B. with an LL.M., an MSc in Law, or an equivalent accredited degree. This distinctive undergraduate model allows you to graduate with two official degrees while gaining in-depth exposure to a specific jurisdiction. Depending on the country, this may involve postgraduate studies, bar-related training or other jurisdiction-specific requirements. IE Law School supports you throughout this process through a broad network of international agreements and partnerships that open pathways to practice law around the world.
*These programs are intended for top-performing students and require a competitive application process for admission
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PRACTICE LAW IN SPAIN
PRACTICE LAW IN SPAIN
STUDY LAW IN SPAIN
For students who want to deepen their understanding of the Spanish legal system, the Concentration in Spanish Business Law is the ideal complement to the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) program. With all modules fully taught in Spanish, the Concentration presents a rigorous curriculum that covers the main areas of Spanish law, including Constitutional and Administrative Law, Commercial Law, Tax Law, Procedural Law and Property Law. The academics of the program are enriched with a series of extracurricular activities that bring students closer to the Spanish legal system, with opportunities ranging from visits to public institutions to networking opportunities with leading law firms and many more.
The Concentration is designed to build seamlessly on top of the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) program, leveraging students’ solid analytical skills and global legal knowledge. Upon completing both the LL.B. and Concentration in Spanish Business Law, students are well prepared to pursue the Máster de Acceso a la Abogacía y Procura and later qualify as practicing lawyers in Spain. Students graduate with a strong understanding of Spanish Law, an international perspective of the legal systems of the world and how they interact with one another.
PRACTICE LAW IN SPAIN
If you want to practice law in Spain and kick off a successful career, you must prepare to pass the legal profession’s entrance exams required by the Spanish Ministry of Justice. To do this, you must obtain an official master's degree (60 ECTS credits) and carry out an internship or external training period (30 ECTS credits).
At IE Law School we offer the Dobles Masters de Acceso a la Abogacía y Procura + LL.M. de Especialización, with which, in 15 months, you’ll successfully pass the Spanish legal profession’s entrance tests, as well as acquire the required internship period, while specializing in one of your areas of interest: corporate tax advice, corporate legal advice or digital and technology law advice. Continuing your academic experience in a master’s at IE University will position you as a differential lawyer in the labor market. You will also obtain exclusive benefits in the admission process for already being a graduate of IE University.
PRACTICE LAW IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
PRACTICE LAW IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
STUDY LAW IN THE UK
Through this unique program, top-performing Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) students may apply to pursue a Master of Laws (LL.M.) or Master of Science in Law (MSc) at King’s College London. Accepted students join KCL during their fourth year of studies and upon successful completion, graduate with two official degrees: the IE University LL.B. and the corresponding postgraduate law degree from King’s College London. This program is particularly well suited for candidates who are interested in deepening their knowledge of the British legal system and are considering future professional qualification or legal practice in the United Kingdom.
*Please note that admission to these programs is subject to a competitive application process, and additional tuition fees apply.
PRACTICE LAW IN THE UK
Students develop a strong foundation in international, comparative and UK law, with a particular focus on the necessary qualifications to practice law in both the British and Spanish legal systems.
To meet the requirements to practice law in the United Kingdom, graduates must prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) tests.
PRACTICE LAW IN THE UNITED STATES
PRACTICE LAW IN THE UNITED STATES
STUDY LAW IN THE US
Top-performing students of the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) at IE University can apply to pursue an LL.M. Program at one of our partner institutions in the United States: Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago, Fordham School of Law in New York City or UCLA in California. Accepted students complete their LL.M. during their fourth year of studies and upon graduation, earn both IE University’s Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) and an LL.M. Program from the corresponding partner institution. This pathway offers in-depth exposure to the U.S. legal system, strengthens international legal competencies, and prepares students for global legal careers.
*Please note that admission to these programs is subject to a competitive application process, and additional tuition fees apply.
NORTHWESTERN PRITZKER SCHOOL OF LAW MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.)
FORDHAM LL.M. PROGRAM
UCLA LL.M. PROGRAM
PRACTICE LAW IN THE US
To practice law in the United States, foreign-trained lawyers are generally required to complete an LL.M. to meet academic eligibility requirements and sit for a state bar exam. However, eligibility criteria varies across states. Graduates of our dual international programs may qualify to take state bar exams, provided they have already been admitted to the legal profession in another jurisdiction.
Students are strongly encouraged to consult the State Board of Law Examiners and other relevant state authority websites for the most accurate and up-to-date information on eligibility criteria.
PRACTICE LAW IN MEXICO
PRACTICE LAW IN MEXICO
STUDY LAW IN MEXICO
The dual degree program with the Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM) enables students to earn officially recognized law degrees in both Spain and Mexico. This dual academic pathway consists of a comprehensive legal education, combining a strong foundation in international and comparative law with in-depth training in the Mexican legal system.
This program allows top-performing students to apply to study at ITAM in Mexico, starting in their fourth year of the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.). Accepted students complete the required course work at ITAM for two years, which provides them with comprehensive preparation for legal practice in Mexico. Upon completion, students obtain the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from IE University and the Bachelor of Laws(Licenciatura en Derecho) from ITAM.
*Please note that admission to this program is subject to a competitive application process, and additional tuition fees apply.
PRACTICE LAW IN MEXICO
Graduates of the dual degree with ITAM meet the academic requirement to pursue professional licensure and legal practice in Mexico. This pathway equips students with a deep understanding of both the Spanish and Mexican legal systems, as well as a strong international and corporate perspective.
Students who also wish to qualify to practice law in Spain may continue their academic journey at IE Law School through the Doble Máster de Acceso a la Abogacía y Procura + LL.M. de Especialización, which fully prepares graduates to take Spain’s official entrance exams for the legal profession.
PRACTICE LAW IN INDIA
PRACTICE LAW IN INDIA
PRACTICE LAW IN INDIA
This option is exclusively open to Indian citizens. This program transforms its students into business strategists and global legal professionals, as well as opening doors for them to be lawyers in India.
After completing both their Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) and Master of Laws (LL.M.) at IE Law School, students will be able to register with the State Bar Council of India and present themselves for the All India Bar Examinations (AIBE): LL.B. + LL.M. + AIBE.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What can I do with a global law degree?
A global law degree opens careers across the public and private sectors worldwide.
Graduates can work in law firms, multinational companies, international organizations, NGOs, government institutions or advisory roles. The IE University LL.B. prepares students for these opportunities through its global and comparative approach to legal education.
What is the methodology of law at IE?
IE University's law methodology is built on comparative law, a distinctive pedagogical approach that sets it apart from most law schools. IE applies comparative law as a methodology across all undergraduate programs and legal disciplines, training students to acquire a global legal mindset by comparing similarities and differences across legal systems, with comprehensive training covering both civil law and common law jurisdictions. The goal is graduates who understand legal institutions conceptually and can operate across jurisdictions from day one.
What are the methodologies of comparative law?
The methodologies of comparative law involve the systematic study and comparison of legal systems, principles, and rules across different jurisdictions — analyzing legal texts, case law, and legal doctrines to identify similarities, differences, and patterns, combining legal research, comparative analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches.
Is an LLB degree recognized globally?
Yes. The LL.B. is widely recognized as an undergraduate law qualification.
The IE University LL.B. is aligned with the Bologna Process, facilitating academic recognition within the European Higher Education Area, while additional requirements apply for professional practice in each jurisdiction.
Can I practice law in different countries with a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)?
The LL.B. provides the academic foundation, but legal practice requires meeting country-specific qualification requirements.
IE University's LL.B. supports international pathways that enable students to pursue further legal training in multiple jurisdictions.
How can I practice law in different countries with one degree?
IE University's LL.B. is structured as a 3+1 model that makes multi-jurisdiction practice achievable within four years. Top-performing students spend three years at IE and their fourth year completing an LL.M. at King's College London (UK), Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Fordham School of Law, or UCLA (USA) — graduating with two official degrees that open pathways to bar qualification in those jurisdictions. For Spain, the Concentration in Spanish Business Law prepares students for the Máster de Acceso a la Abogacía. For Mexico, a dual undergraduate degree with ITAM provides official recognition in both countries.
Can I work in the US with a Spanish LLB?
Yes, with additional qualification steps.
IE University's Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) offers international pathways that allow students to continue their legal education in the United States. Top-performing students may complete an LL.M. during their fourth year at partner institutions such as Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Fordham School of Law or UCLA, subject to academic performance and admission requirements.
To practice law in the US, foreign-trained lawyers typically need an LL.M. to meet academic eligibility requirements for certain state bar exams, although requirements vary by state.
What is the role of technology in modern law programs?
Technology plays a central role in modern legal education.
The LL.B. at IE University integrates key areas such as data protection, digital regulation, cybersecurity and technology-related legal frameworks, reflecting how the legal profession is evolving.
Through the Tech & Digital Law specialization track, students develop the skills needed to understand the legal implications of emerging technologies and operate in a technology-driven legal environment.
What are the advantages of an English-taught law degree in Spain?
Studying an English-taught law degree in Spain combines international career preparation with European academic recognition.
The IE University LL.B. is taught entirely in English and aligned with the Bologna Process, allowing students to earn an officially recognized law degree while developing a global professional profile.
Through international partnerships and exchange opportunities, students gain exposure to multiple legal systems and can pursue further legal qualification in different jurisdictions.