VU Master's International Business Law: Trade & InvestmentVrije Universiteit Amsterdam · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Program Overview

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: Jul 15, 2026).

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Motivation letter

Statement of Intent / Letter of Motivation; typically 1–2 pages.

CV or resume

English CV outlining education and relevant experience.

Transcript of records

English transcript of grades from previous higher education; certified translation if needed.

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Research-university law bachelor's (LLB) or international equivalent assessed by the Faculty of Law.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Law degree expected; IBL specialisations (Trade & Investment; Climate Change and Corporations) are distinct tracks.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (L6.0, R6.0, W6.5, S6.5); Required if prior degree was not taught in English.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.0 overall | Old scale: 92 overall; New scale applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026. No minimum section scores published. TOEFL iBT Home Edition not accepted.; Old scale applies to tests before 21 Jan 2026. No minimum section scores published. TOEFL iBT Home Edition not accepted.

Historical admission data is not published.