LLB in Greek Law with Common Law

Candidates from international education systems should be:

• Holders of International Secondary Education diplomas awarded by schools in Greece or abroad, foreign citizens holding Secondary Education diplomas equivalent to the Greek Lyceum or equivalent vocational education qualifications that grant them the right to enter higher education universities in their country of study.
• Holders of equivalent Secondary Education diplomas from recognised foreign schools in Greece (level 4 of the National Qualifications Framework).

Candidates from the Greek education system should be:

• Holders of a General High School (GE.L.) or Vocational High School (EPA.L.) diploma with an average in their four (4) nationally examined subjects (Panhellenic Examinations) equal to or higher than the Minimum Admission Threshold (EBE) of any Scientific Field.

Very good knowledge of the English language certified by:

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
• Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), internet-based test (iBT) and special home edition
• Duolingo
• Or equivalent

University of York Europe Campus’ Undergraduate Programme in “Greek Law with Common Law” is a contemporary course designed to address the growing demand for legal studies at the undergraduate level in Greece. It specifically meets the specialized educational need for a curriculum that integrates the European continental legal system with English and Welsh Common Law. By combining theoretical knowledge with current case law and judicial practices, this programme aims to equip graduates with the essential skills needed for successful careers as lawyers in both Greece and the United Kingdom. Graduates will be prepared to follow the necessary procedures after obtaining their degree to practice law and will also have opportunities for further academic development.

Language of studies: Greek and English. Candidates should be fluent in the Greek language.

Special features
The programme provides in-depth knowledge of the Greek legal system and a fundamental understanding of the UK’s legal system, enabling graduates to handle both national and cross-border legal matters.

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program acquire the comprehensive scientific foundation necessary to pursue all legal professions recognized under Greek law, including those of lawyer, notary, and judicial officer, contingent upon successfully passing the relevant examinations and completing the required professional training stages following the award of their degree.

In addition, graduates may gain access to the British stage of legal professional training, which is a prerequisite for qualifying as a lawyer in England and Wales. To do so, beyond completing certain mandatory English-language courses within the program, students must also select and successfully complete three (3) additional courses in English law during their fourth year of study.

Graduates are also well-qualified to work as legal advisors in domestic and international companies, public universities, and international organizations, as well as to pursue careers within the diplomatic service.

Graduates are awarded the LLB in Greek Law with Common Law.

The degree is awarded directly by University of York (UK).