24 monthsProgramme duration
5,613 EURTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
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The two-year Master of Canon Law programme focuses on the study of canon law and provides an introduction into the law of other religions (comparative law) and the study of capita selecta. The skills obtained will be applied during the internship and improved through personal research. This general experience will be reflected in a research paper.
The law of the Roman Catholic Church is universally applied. As a consequence, the Faculty of Canon Law calls on professors with an international reputation, and annually invites a wide range of international guest professors.
In addition, the faculty has a large number of international students, including students from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, the Netherlands and several African countries. This international orientation provides a broad perspective on the canonical issues discussed in class.
The Faculty of Canon Law provides many opportunities to students wishing to combine study and work. Distance learning - combined with mandatory participation in the concentrated teaching weeks - is offered for students unable to live and study full-time in Leuven.
The faculty's small scale creates a strong sense of community among students and creates the opportunity for students to meet personally with visiting professors from all over the world.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Register for KU Leuven's Webinar Days to get a genuine glimpse into studying in Belgium, including student life, KU Leuven's international programmes, study costs and more. With general information webinars on 29 January and programme-specific webinars from 2 to 12 February, these events are the ideal opportunities to ask our dedicated staff, professors and students all the questions you have in mind.
The two-year Master of Canon Law programme focuses on the study of canon law and provides an introduction into the law of other religions (comparative law) and the study of capita selecta. The skills obtained will be applied during the internship and improved through personal research. This general experience will be reflected in a research paper.
The law of the Roman Catholic Church is universally applied. As a consequence, the Faculty of Canon Law calls on professors with an international reputation, and annually invites a wide range of international guest professors.
In addition, the faculty has a large number of international students, including students from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, the Netherlands and several African countries. This international orientation provides a broad perspective on the canonical issues discussed in class.
The Faculty of Canon Law provides many opportunities to students wishing to combine study and work. Distance learning - combined with mandatory participation in the concentrated teaching weeks - is offered for students unable to live and study full-time in Leuven.
The faculty's small scale creates a strong sense of community among students and creates the opportunity for students to meet personally with visiting professors from all over the world.
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Admission Requirements
Students with a degree obtained at an institution outside the Flemish Community:
Diploma requirements
Students must always have obtained a master's degree in ‘society, law and religion (At KU Leuven). If this is not the case, always have prior permission from the faculty.
Language requirements
All applicants must prove their proficiency in English.
The following applicants are exempted from submitting an English proficiency certificate:
Applicants who have obtained a previous diploma (secondary or higher education) taught in English in Australia, English-speaking Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.
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