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COMMON ADMISSION CRITERIA
… of all MIPDaL consortium partners are the following:
- The two countries of study are not identical to the student’s country of residence at the time of enrolment.
- Successful applicants have obtained the job qualifying degree of at least 240 ECTS (four years) in law, according to the regulations of the country where they have obtained their degree(s) and which is recognized in all countries of the participating Partners: Estonia, France, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom (e.g. a three-year bachelor’s programme + a first master’s degree, or a four-year bachelor’s programme).
- If at the time of application, proof of the first university degree is not yet available due to candidates currently studying the said degree, the applicant will also be included in the assessment procedure if 80% of the credit points attainable through the university degree are already proven by means of completed module examinations or the final thesis and, if applicable, the colloquium by means of certification from the university of origin. The requirement of submitting all other proofs mentioned with the application remain unaffected by this. A conditional offer will be made to meet the requirements by a specified date.
- Successful applicants count to the top-level students of their class. They should hold a Law degree, or a degree with substantial Law content, that the admitting partner institutions deem equivalent to a UK Bachelor degree with Upper Second Class honours.
- Successful applicants show their motivation for the subjects related to MIPDaL focuses.
- Students must provide evidence that they have met the following language proficiency:
For degrees delivered in the English language, proficiency is required at C1 level (in execeptional cases B2+) according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
For degrees delivered also in the French (students choosing a study track including studies at UNISTRA/CEIPI) or Spanish (students choosing a study track including studies at UC3M) language, proficiency is required at C1 level (French) and B2 level (Spanish).
Please note: In order to be eligible for a scholarship, all application documents must be submitted in full by January 15th!
Required
… documents have to be submitted by the applicant to the MIPDaL coordinator using the MIPDaL application portal. The following documents have to be uploaded (PDF preferred):
- Transcripts and certificates of all study at Higher Education/University level
- Officially certified copy of university transcript of records (including English translation)
- Statement of purpose
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of English, and if applicable, French or Spanish proficiency (officially certified copy)
- Copy of identification card
Applications that are not received in full, in due form or in due time are excluded from further proceedings. An academic reference letter is highly recommended.
LANGUAGE CERTIFICATES
All applicants must prove their language skills with official certificates. (see below for exceptions)
English:
You need English language proficiency at C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. In exceptional cases we accept B2 level.
The following language tests are accepted:
Cambridge English: Advanced or Proficiency (min. 176 overall, 169 in all sections), IELTS (min. 6.5 overall, 6.0 in all sections), PTE Academic (min. 67 overall, 64 in all sections), TOEFL (min. 90 overall, 21 in all sections), Trinity College of London: ISE (min. merit in Writing, pass in all other sections), West African Examinations Council (WAEC) (min. Grade C5)
Please note that only the listed language certificates can be accepted. In particular, we do not recognise the following tests/evidence: Duolingo tests, President English Short Course, TOEFL Essentials
French
In order to study at Université de Strasbourg / CEIPI you need French language proficiency at C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
We accept the following language tests: Diplôme approfondi de langue française (DALF) at C1 level, Diplôme d’études en langue française (DELF) at B2 level, TCF certificate at C1 level
Spanish
In order to study at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid you need Spanish language proficiency at B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The following language tests are accepted: Diploma de lengua española (DELE) at B2 level, Diploma del Servicio Internacional de Evaluación de la Lengua Española (SIELE) at B2 level
In these cases you do not need to present a language certificate:
English
- You are a native speaker from one of the following majority English speaking countries (MESC): Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the British overseas territories, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, UK, USA.
- You hold a degree not older than five years from one of the following majority English speaking countries (MESC): Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the British overseas territories, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, UK, USA.
Spanish
- You are a native speaker from a Spanish-official speaking coutry.
- You hold a degree (also A-levels) from a Spanish-official speaking coutry.
French
- You are a native speaker from a French-official speaking coutry.
- You hold a degree (also A-levels) from a French-official speaking coutry.
The Application …
… for the Master of Intellectual Property and Data Law (MIPDaL) for the academic year 2025/2026 is now open.
The Application Deadline
- For all scholarship holder and “early birds” will be on 15 January 2025.
- All other applicants will be able to apply until 15 March 2025.
- Late applications will be possible between 15 April and 15 June 2025.
To apply please click HERE.
Following selection …
… students will be contacted by the admitting institutions regarding the enrolment at the respective institutions. Further documents could be required before students are permitted to enrol (e. g. identification card, picture).
At TalTech, students of the academic year 2025/2026 will be awarded their degree only at the end of the academic year 2026/2027. For further information please consult the MIPDaL admission office and/or study officer at the TalTech Department of Law Jelena Sõrmus at jelena.sormus@taltech.ee.
Tuition Fees …
…are calculated on the basis of one academic year.
– The tuition fee for “European Students” (EU Member States; UK and Third Countries associated to the Programme) is € 9.800.
– The tuition fee for “Non-European Students” (Third Countries not associated to the Programme) is € 11,800.
Successful applicants will be required to pay the first non-refundable installment of €700 after acceptance. The remainder of the tuition fees is due 31 July and, upon withdrawal from the programme, will be reimbursed as follows: 100% until 31 May; 50% until 15 September; no refund after that.
Other Costs
The tuition fees cover the provision of the teaching, as well as some MIPDaL-related social activities. Additional costs for books and study materials vary per course and partner university. The responsibility to meet the costs of living and travel expenses (except for travel to the IP Summer Conference) rests with the students.
Fees include …
… administrative and enrolment fees, student unions costs and insurance costs according to the current EACEA requirements.
Students are required to pay fees as defined above to the Coordinating Institution. Fees for scholarship holders are covered by the Consortium.
Top-Up Fee …
Students spending the 2nd semester at the UK partners, QMUL or UoE, are required to pay additionally a top-up fee. The exact amount of the top-up fee is established by the respective partners QMUL and UoE on an annual basis and is published on the common MIPDaL programme website at least 4 weeks before the beginning of the upcoming application period.
Visa (-Related) Costs
If you come from a Non-EU country and need to apply for a visa, you will have to pay an application fee, which depends on the country of the university that will sponsor your visa. These fees will not be returned to you. Please check this website for the Intra EU Mobility visa.
Additional Costs …
The costs for travelling and accommodation have to be borne by each student as well as any costs related to the participation in the Summer IP Conference.
Waiver of Fees …
Students receiving an Erasmus Mundus scholarship are exempted from paying the top-up fee.
The Consortium through its Finance Committee may decide to grant full or partial tuition fee waiver to students not receiving an Erasmus Mundus scholarship. The availability of waivers and eligibility criteria are published on the programme website well in advance of the application period, not later than the publication of the fees for the upcoming student intake. Additionally, full or partial waivers for the top-up fee may be granted to students fulfilling the requirements as set out by QMUL or UoE.
Scholarships
Erasmus Mundus Scholarships
The MIPDaL programme offers a unique opportunity for all potential students to take part in the program with scholarships funded by the European Commission. Up to 60 scholarships can be awarded throughout the program period of 5 years, allowing for a maximum of 12 students to be funded per year. Scholarship holders do not pay tuition fees to the consortium, nor additional fees to the UK partner universities. Aditionally, they receive funding to cover their monthly expenses for accomodation, travelling, etc.
Eligibility
Scholarship holders are chosen according to their merits, i.e. the best applicants will be awarded the grant. In case of equal eligibility, applicants from all marginalised groups will be selected. The Selection Committee will also prepare a list of reserved candidates for scholarships so that in case an applicant is not able to participate in the programme, a reserved candidate can be nominated immediately.
Scholarship Application
You can apply for an Erasmus Mundus Scholarship via the MIPDaL application platform until January 15th. Applications received at a later date cannot be considered for the grant. Within the application form look out for the checkbox indicating your application for a scholarship. Early applications that do not check the respective box will not be considered for the grant.
Alternative Funding
Students who are not eligible for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship may be eligible for a tuition fee waiver. The availability of waivers and eligibility criteria are published on the programme website well in advance of the application period, not later than the publication of the fees for the upcoming student intake. Additionally, full or partial waivers for the top-up fee may be granted to students fulfilling the requirements as set out by QMUL or UoE.
Please note: In order to be eligible for a scholarship, all application documents must be submitted in full by January 15th!
