Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 110
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Florence, Italy
Disciplines
Legal Studies
Overview
The interdisciplinary nature of this Law programme from European University Institute (EUI) means that each year, world-famous scholars and leaders in their field visit to carry out research and to present and discuss their work. Our researchers further develop their skills and understanding through access to these experts.
Meet us in-person at the following education fairs – come speak with our teams and learn more about our programmes and application process.
- Paris – 25 October 2025 — QS Discover Fair, Le Meridien Paris Arc De Triomphe
- Belfast – 29 October 2025 — Study UK Fair, Assembly Buildings
- Oxford – 5 November 2025 — Graduate Study Fair, Oxford Town Hall
Check the event websites to register and receive full details. We look forward to seeing you there!
Key Features
- The EUI is committed to providing equitable and inclusive conditions for all candidates and is keen to attract, encourage and retain a diverse and highly qualified community of scholars.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- International Law
- Comparative Law
- Human Rights Law
- European Union Law
- Constitutional Law
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Intellectual Property (IP)
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 110
Other requirements
General requirements
- Qualification corresponding to a Master’s (second level) degree
- The expected level of English proficiency is level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Applicants are required to submit an English international language certificate to demonstrate their level.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
- International: Free
- EU/EEA: Free
Living costs
Florence, Italy: 1,370-2,095 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Fully-funded scholarships available. To qualify for national funding, you must meet the specific requirements set by the national funding authorities. These may include conditions with regard to your nationality, residence, degree and the time of the award. For an overview of the specific funding conditions, eligibility criteria and application instructions, please visit https://www.eui.eu/apply?id=doctoral-programme-in-law&subpage=conditionsOfAward.
Scholarships
Available scholarships include:
- Doctoral Scholarships for Poland (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Malta (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Latvia (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Sweden (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Denmark (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Netherlands (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Bulgaria (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Austria (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Greece (Grant, 1620 EUR, Deadline: 31 Jan 2027) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Finland (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Romania (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Luxembourg (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Estonia (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Ireland (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Belgium (Flanders) (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- European Media and Information Fund (EMIF) (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- EUI Widening Europe Programme (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- EUI Special Doctoral Fellowships (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Max Weber Fellowships (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for France (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Spain (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Doctoral Scholarships for Germany (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- EUI Doctoral Scholarships for Widening Countries (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime) — European University Institute (EUI), Fiesole, Italy
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026) — U.S. government
- ServiceScape Scholarship (Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026) — ServiceScape
- ACES Scholarships (Grant, 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026) — ACES Education Fund
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility (Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified) — OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship (Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026) — IvyPanda
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship (Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027) — Voice Talent Online
- Dream Chaser Scholarship (Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027) — Salvado Law
- Scholarship for students with disabilities (Grant, 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026) — Anonymous Hope Fund
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship (Grant, 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified) — IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme (Grant, 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027) — The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme