Law

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18
Programs
26
Major category
Law

Specialization introduction

Major introduction

The Law program is designed to develop high-level professionals with strong legal reasoning and practical skills. It's an ideal choice for international students aiming for a career in law or academic research.

Program overview

The Law program (graduate level) isn't about memorizing statutes—it's about learning to think like a lawyer. Core courses include jurisprudence, civil law, criminal law, administrative law, and international law, alongside practical classes like contract practice, litigation skills, and legal negotiation. Chinese universities emphasize case-based teaching—many schools take students to court hearings, mock trials, and even arrange internships at law firms. This program suits students who are logical, enjoy debate, and have a keen sense of rules. If you're interested in cross-border legal issues—like international trade disputes or intellectual property protection—China's international law programs are a strong choice, as China is a party to many international treaties and offers plenty of hands-on opportunities.

Major prospects

法律行业在中国正经历数字化转型,比如在线法院、智能合同,但核心还是人对规则的解读。国际学生可以关注两个方向:一是涉华法律业务,比如外资企业在华合规、跨境并购,中国律所和跨国公司都需要懂中国法律和国际规则的人;二是国际仲裁,中国正在成为亚洲仲裁中心,上海、香港都有很多机会。另外,中国“一带一路”倡议带来大量跨国法律需求,懂中文和本国法律的双语人才很抢手。

Career prospects

毕业后出路很广:可以去律所做律师(起薪约1-2万人民币/月,红圈所更高),或者进企业做法务(起薪1.5万左右),考公务员进法院、检察院(起薪约8千-1万,但福利好)。国际学生还可以考虑国际组织、NGO的法律岗位,或者回国从事涉华法律咨询。如果继续读博,可以当教授或研究员。注意:在中国做律师需要通过司法考试(法考),但国际学生可以考,且部分学校提供中文授课项目。

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