Advanced Master in Digital Law
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regular course
- ECTS Credits 60
Information Session on the Advanced Master in Digital Law |
| If your application has not yet been approved by our admissions committee, you are welcome to attend the program presentation, which will take place on Monday, September 15, at 11:00 a.m. – Auditorium D21 – Faculty of Law (Rempart de la Vierge, 5 – 5000 Namur) |
Why specialize in digital law?
Are you interested in specializing in digital law, a rapidly expanding field? The University of Namur’s Advanced Master in Digital Law (DNum) trains lawyers and professionals to understand the legal issues surrounding artificial intelligence, data protection, online platforms, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
This one-year, daytime Master’s program offers legal, technical, practical, and international training. It is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking to strengthen their skills in what is now a strategic sector of law.
Why choose UNamur’s Advanced Master in Digital Law ?
A cutting-edge program in digital law
The master’s program draws on the expertise of CRIDS (Center for Research on Information, Law, and Society), a leading European research center. Courses are taught by faculty members who are active practitioners directly engaged in current digital issues.
An interdisciplinary approach
The program is not limited to law: it also incorporates technical (computer science, systems architecture), economic (digital business), and social elements to provide you with a comprehensive and practical perspective.
A resolutely practical education
- Solving problems encountered in the public and private sectors.
- A thesis linked to a 26-day internship at a law firm, a company, or a public institution.
- Participation in the Namur Legal Lab: supporting startups with their digital legal challenges.
An international outlook
Study abroad opportunities are available in Europe (Bilbao, Bari, Lyon, Oslo, Vienna…), thanks to Erasmus grants, and outside Europe through international grants (Montreal, Shanghai, Lausanne, Creighton…).
A strong professional network
You’ll work alongside specialized lawyers, digital companies, cybersecurity experts, and institutional stakeholders. An ideal environment to build your network and boost your career.
Testimonials
This advanced master’s program is ideal for bridging the gap between academic training and the professional world. It’s an experience I recommend to any lawyer interested in technology law. The master’s program provided me with a technical legal foundation of undeniable quality, which I use every day, whether as a consultant or a researcher. It also allowed me to test myself in a real-world environment thanks to the Namur Legal Lab, dedicated to students providing legal support to a startup, and the Digital Law Moot Court, a moot court competition held in Paris in which I was able to participate. Ultimately, this program embodies modern, student-centered academic education—far removed from large lecture halls and traditional lectures—which allowed me to meet wonderful people who remain my friends to this day. Martin Rappe, Teaching Assistant at the Faculty of Law
What are the objectives and skills targeted by the Advanced Master in Digital Law ?
Upon completion of the Master’s in Digital Law, you will be able to:
- Master all aspects of digital law: Belgian, European, and international legislation.
- Analyze the impact of emerging technologies (AI, algorithms, platforms) on society, the economy, and the law.
- Specialize in key areas of digital law: e-commerce, intellectual property, cybercrime, privacy protection, and public digital law.
- Apply your knowledge in real-world situations through practical case studies, interdisciplinary exercises, and fieldwork.
- Develop essential soft skills: negotiation, working in multidisciplinary teams, and communicating with technical professionals.
Testimonials
A specialized program recognized and valued by professionals across the new technologies law sector. Isabelle Vereecken, Director of the Secretariat of the European Data Protection Board
This advanced master’s program provides an understanding of ICT challenges, which is fundamental to the practice of ICT law, whether in advisory work (launching ICT businesses, IT projects, protecting intellectual property, etc.) or litigation (infringement, breach of contract, etc.). As part of the curriculum, students are presented with cases and scenarios inspired by real-world practice, which fosters a pragmatic approach to issues and problems. Alexandre Cruquenaire, attorney specializing in IT contracts and support for complex IT projects
Who is the Advanced Master in Digital Lawdesigned for?
- For recent law graduates who wish to specialize in an innovative and in-demand field.
- For professionals looking to advance their skills: attorneys, in-house counsel, consultants, compliance officers, etc.
- For candidates with interdisciplinary backgrounds: a non-legal undergraduate degree may be accepted based on a strong application and demonstrated motivation.
- A good command of English is required, as some courses are taught in that language.
FAQ — Advanced Master in Digital Law
What is the Advanced Master in Digital Law at UNamur ?
The Advanced Master in Digital Law is a one-year daytime program offered by the University of Namur, designed to train experts in legal issues related to digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence, data protection, and cybersecurity.
Who is the Advanced Master in Digital Law for ?
This program is designed for recent law graduates seeking to acquire a sought-after specialization; legal professionals (lawyers, legal experts, consultants, compliance officers) looking to update or strengthen their skills; and interdisciplinary candidates, admitted based on a compelling application.
How long is the Advanced Master in Digital Law ?
The Master’s program is organized over one academic year, with daytime classes, and constitutes a specialization program.
What skills are developed in the Advanced Master in Digital Law ?
Upon completion of the program, students will have a thorough understanding of digital law at the Belgian, European, and international levels and will be able to analyze the legal impact of technologies such as AI, algorithms, and online platforms.
Which areas of digital law are covered?
The program covers, in particular: data protection and privacy, e-commerce, intellectual property, cybercrime, public digital law, technology regulation, and artificial intelligence.
Is the Advanced Master in Digital Law practice-oriented?
Yes. The Master’s program places significant emphasis on practical cases, interdisciplinary exercises, and fieldwork. Students complete a thesis in conjunction with a 26-day internship and participate in the Namur Legal Lab, dedicated to providing legal support for startups.
Does the Advanced Master in Digital Law offer an international dimension?
Yes. International exchange opportunities are available within Europe through the Erasmus program (Bilbao, Bari, Lyon, Oslo, Vienna, etc.) and outside Europe through international exchange scholarships (Montreal, Shanghai, Lausanne, Creighton, etc.).
Is a good level of English required?
Yes. A good command of English is required, as some courses in the master’s program are taught in English.
What career opportunities are available after completing a Advanced Master in Digital Law ?
The master’s program prepares students for careers in legal consulting, litigation, compliance, regulation, or research related to digital technologies, in both the public and private sectors.
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Dissertation with integrated internship
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Dissertation with integrated internship
Jury
The job market has a critical need for specialists in Internet law. In both the private and public sectors, the use of technology is inevitable, as is the need to address the legal issues associated with it—issues that are particularly relevant today with the entry into force of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the growing digitization of society as a whole.
Law firms and consulting firms are establishing IT (Information Technology) departments and are seeking specialists in this field.
The same applies to businesses, multinationals, banks, insurance companies, and all firms active in e-commerce.
Career opportunities also exist with Belgian and international authorities. E-government is rapidly expanding. Public authorities now have a new role to play. Specialized agencies have been created to assume responsibilities in the IT field: the Data Protection Authority, the Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications, the Computer Crime Unit...
The specialized master’s program allowed me to develop essential skills for entering the professional world as a lawyer and researcher. Thanks to the courses offered as part of this program, I gained in-depth knowledge in a wide variety of areas of ICT law and was able to deepen my understanding of the challenges in this field.
Chloé Antoine, researcher at CRIDS
This specialized master’s program is probably the best academic choice I could have made. Through its interdisciplinary, educational, and practical approach, it provides the ideal preparation for entering the professional world. In my daily work, I can see just how enriching the course content has been and how well it prepares me for my professional future. This specialized master’s program also allowed me to complete an internship at a place I really enjoyed, the Belgian Cybersecurity Center, the national authority responsible for our country’s cybersecurity. I was subsequently hired there to work on the legal and operational aspects of information system security. My education allowed me to hit the ground running and easily grasp the underlying issues of the field, even the most technical ones. Thank you to UNamur, thank you to the specialized master’s program!
Stéphan André, Legal Officer at the Center for Cybersecurity Belgium