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Faculté de droit
Can’t decide between law and economics? At UNamur, the Bachelor’s in Law with a bridge program in economics lets you avoid having to choose: you’ll build a versatile, sought-after, and adaptable skill set.
Upon completion of this three-year program, you gain direct access to the 120-credit Master’s in Law and the 60- or 120-credit Master’s in Economics at UNamur. This program therefore allows you to earn two Master’s degrees in 6 or 7 years.
On this page, learn about the benefits, program structure, and career opportunities of the Bachelor of Law with a minor in Economics at UNamur.
Why choose the Bachelor of Laws with a bridge program in economics?
A dual perspective
You will develop a deep understanding of the economic mechanisms that shape markets, businesses, and public policy.
A coherent journey
The program is integrated into the Bachelor of Laws degree without unnecessarily extending your studies, thanks to a carefully selected set of economics courses.
An academic opening
You’ll lay the groundwork for a cohesive academic path that provides direct admission to the Master’s in Law as well as to the Master’s programs in Economics jointly offered by UNamur and UCLouvain.
Qualifications
At the intersection of law and economics, gain the knowledge to understand, make decisions, and take action in the face of the complex challenges of today’s world.
Structure of the Bachelor's Program in Law and Economics
In Block 1, you follow the standard bachelor’s program in law
Block 2: You choose the following courses
- Courses counted toward the Bachelor of Law degree:
- Macroeconomics (daytime or evening schedule)
- Courses not counted toward the Bachelor of Law degree:
- Mathematics for Economics and Management (daytime or evening schedule),
- Statistics and Probability in the evening schedule
Block 3: You choose the following courses
- Courses counted toward the Bachelor of Law degree:
- Economic Foundations of Regulation and Microeconomics, or in the evening schedule Microeconomics, Industrial Economics
- Econometrics and Data Analysis (daytime or evening schedule)
- Courses not counted toward the Bachelor of Law GPA:
What career opportunities are available after earning a bachelor's degree in law with a minor in economics?
Direct admission to the 120-credit Master’s in Law and the 60- or 120-credit Master’s in Economics, jointly offered by UNamur and UCLouvain. Depending on the track you choose, you can earn two Master’s degrees in six or seven years of study.
The dual Master’s in Law and Economics offers you the opportunity to build a flexible, evolving career that is in step with current challenges across various sectors.
- Legal professions with a strong economic focus: attorney, corporate lawyer, lawyer specializing in economic or regulatory law.
- Public sector and institutions: government agencies, regulatory authorities, national or European institutions.
- Consulting and analysis: consulting, regulatory analysis, legal certainty and organizational management, risk prevention.
- Companies and international organizations: public affairs, regulation, projects with economic and legal dimensions.
- Research and teaching for those wishing to pursue an academic career.
How do I apply for the Bachelor of Laws program with a minor in economics?
- You are enrolling in the Bachelor of Laws program
- At the start of the academic year for Block 2, you must complete a form available from the Law School’s office.
- After successfully completing the Bachelor of Law and the economics courses required by the program, you will receive a certificate of supplementary training in economics, which grants you direct admission to the 60- or 120-credit Master’s programs in economics.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions About the Bachelor of Laws with a Minor in Economics at UNamur
What is the Bachelor of Law with a Bridge Program in Economics at UNamur?
It is a traditional Bachelor of Law program supplemented with courses in economics, allowing students to acquire dual expertise in law and economics.
How long does the program last?
The bachelor’s program lasts three years. It then provides access to the 120-credit Master’s in Law and the 60- or 120-credit Master’s in Economics at UNamur, allowing students to earn two master’s degrees in six or seven years.
Do economics courses count toward the law GPA?
Certain courses in the Bachelor’s in Economics are not included in the grade calculation for the Bachelor’s in Law, but they are required for admission to Master’s programs in Economics.
What types of economics courses are taken?
Students take courses in macroeconomics, microeconomics, mathematics, statistics, econometrics, and specialized courses such as environmental economics or economics and artificial intelligence.
Who is this program for?
This program is intended for undergraduate students interested in both law and economics.