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Master of Law - Tort Law Civil and Criminal Law

(LLM.TL.Eng.)

180 ECTS credits. Language: English.
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Start Your Online LL.M. in Tort Liability – Advance Your Career in Civil and Criminal Liability Law

Are you a seasoned legal professional looking to specialize in liability and damages litigation? Our online LL.M. in Tort Liability is a traditional and internationally recognized Master of Laws program, designed to combine advanced legal studies with managerial and strategic skills. This Master of Laws in civil liability not only deepens the knowledge of graduates with direct legal training but also provides comprehensive insights for professionals who regularly face liability issues in their careers and require detailed expertise in tort law, product liability law, and administrative responsibility.

Program Highlights 
Comprehensive Specialization: Master advanced topics in civil liability, tort law, product liability law, damages claims, negligence, and strict liability. Gain expertise in criminal and civil liability as well as liability in emerging fields such as AI systems and autonomous technologies.

Pathway to Professional Recognition: Strengthen your credentials as a specialist in liability and damages litigation, positioning yourself as a highly qualified expert in tort law and liability law both nationally and internationally.

Flexible Online Study Models: Complete your studies in 18 months full-time or 24–36 months part-time—without interrupting your career. The international LL.M. in tort law is delivered 100 % online.

Who Should Apply?

The LL.M. in Tort Liability is aimed at ambitious, financially established legal professionals who seek maximum career impact:

Senior Associates and Partners in law firms specializing in tort, civil liability, and product liability litigation.

In-House Counsel, Senior Legal Advisors, and Legal Directors at corporations and insurance companies managing compliance, liability, and risk.

Police officers, state and municipal law enforcement professionals (e.g., local municipal police, or criminal police) dealing with criminal and administrative liability.

Compliance, Risk, and Liability Managers in highly regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, automotive, insurance, and healthcare.

Core Modules – Advanced Legal Studies in Tort and Liability Law

Foundations of Constitutional Law
With a focus on tort liability and the protection of human rights.
Criminal Code and Criminal Procedure
Covering criminal liability with insights from criminology and criminalistics.
Administrative Responsibility
Emphasis on penalties for administrative offenses, public sector liability, and sanctions law.
Advanced Tort Liability and Civil Claims
Including negligence, strict liability, damages claims, and liability in specialized fields such as healthcare and product manufacturing.

Study flexible

anytime and anywhere with 24/7 online exams, full- or part-time.

Learn innovatively

on your digital campus with your own AI study assistant and multimedia tools.

USA & EU - recognised

Benefit from an accredited degree with excellent career prospects.

Summary

Your study programme summed up

Study programme & degree

LLM.TL.Eng., 180 ECTS credits
Language: en
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible

Application & starting date

Start from today, Online application, no application deadline

Study duration & extension

18, 24 and 36 months, depending on model Extension possible free of charge

Locations

Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant CIEAssistAI, exams online or at nearest examination centre

Study fees

Starting at 473€/month, depending on model Current discount campaign

Recognition & Approval

Study program is US & EU - approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 180 ECTS - EN: ACTD, AAHEA & EAEA

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Apply now and start your studies within a few hours – or choose any starting date that suits you

Study Program

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With our AI study assistant, CIEassistAI, you can reach your goals more effectively and successfully. Get 24/7 answers to your questions and check your level of knowledge. Syntea tracks your progress and shows you exactly which content you should revise. (CIEassistAI is currently being rolled out for all courses with a script.)

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Career

Why This LL.M. in Real Estate Law Will Accelerate Your Career

Graduates of the online LL.M. in Tort Liability benefit from:

Elite Career Prospects:
Advance as a specialist lawyer in civil and tort law, a senior legal counsel in liability and compliance, or an international expert in liability and damages litigation.

High Return on Investment: With tuition fees of EUR 12,990,-
this Master of Laws in tort liability delivers measurable returns through higher salaries, faster promotions, and stronger career trajectories. 
Global Recognition:
Earn an international LL.M. in tort law that enhances your credibility in law firms, corporations, and public institutions. 
100% Online Learning: Pursue advanced legal studies in tort law
anywhere in the world, combining professional flexibility with academic excellence.

Is This LL.M. Right for You?

This program is the perfect fit if you:

Want to specialize in tort law, liability law, and product liability litigation.

Work in law enforcement, public administration, or corporate compliance and face liability issues daily.

Aim to position yourself as an international expert in civil and criminal liability with a recognized Master of Laws credential.

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Specialist Lawyer in Tort Law

A Specialist Lawyer in Tort Law is an expert legal professional focusing on liability cases, negligence, and damages claims. This role requires advanced knowledge of civil liability, contractual obligations, and compensation law, including personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and corporate risk. Specialist lawyers in this field represent individuals, businesses, and institutions in complex litigation, advise on risk management strategies, and ensure compliance with national and international legal standards. With their expertise in dispute resolution, claims negotiation, and court representation, they play a crucial role in protecting clients’ rights and securing fair outcomes. Graduates with advanced legal education in tort law are highly sought after in law firms, insurance companies, healthcare institutions, and multinational corporations.

Senior Legal Counsel

A Senior Legal Counsel in Liability and Compliance plays a pivotal role in protecting organizations from legal, financial, and reputational risks. This position focuses on advising senior management on liability issues, corporate compliance, regulatory frameworks, and risk management strategies across multiple jurisdictions. Responsibilities typically include drafting and negotiating complex contracts, overseeing compliance programs, monitoring legal obligations, and ensuring adherence to international, national, and industry-specific regulations.

Professionals in this role combine expertise in corporate law, liability management, and regulatory compliance with strong analytical and strategic skills. They work closely with executive leadership to develop proactive compliance policies, manage litigation risks, and maintain ethical business standards. With their specialized legal knowledge, Senior Legal Counsels in Liability and Compliance are highly sought after in multinational corporations, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and global consultancies.

International Expert

An International Expert in Liability and Damages Litigation is a highly specialized legal professional with deep expertise in cross-border disputes involving liability claims, compensation, and damages assessment. This role requires advanced knowledge of international tort law, commercial litigation, and arbitration procedures, as well as the ability to navigate complex legal systems across multiple jurisdictions. Experts in this field provide strategic legal advice, represent clients in high-stakes litigation, and ensure compliance with international regulations and standards. Career opportunities are particularly strong in global law firms, multinational corporations, and international arbitration bodies, where professionals act as key advisors in complex liability cases, product liability disputes, contractual breaches, and large-scale damage claims.


  • Shortening your period of study: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!
  • Save on tuition fees: You’ll save €30 for every recognised ECTS point

Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our online recognition form.

Send an email to info@cosmopolitan-institute.com to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. Make sure you send your application before the end of your 1-month trial. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies. However, we can no longer grant you a cost reduction after the end of the trial month.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements

We make it possible: At Cosmopolitan Institute of Education you can start your desired study programme - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!

General admission requirements

  • Completed undergraduate degree in engineering or engineering-related subjects with at least 240 ECTS
  • Your degree must be from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university
  • You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent to the German grade “befriedigend” in your previous undergraduate degree

Alternatives to the minimum grade (60 ECTS credits)

If you have completed your bachelor's degree with a final grade of "sufficient" or grade D equivalent to the German grade “ausreichend” (up to 4.0), you can still be admitted to a master's or MBA programme. For this, you need:

  • A bachelor's degree (final grade 3.5 - 4.0) from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university and
  • Relevant academic achievements from a master's/MBA programme at a state or state-approved higher education institution/university, relevant to the desired master's/MBA programme with a minimum of 20 ECTS credits or
  • A relevant completed master's/MBA degree from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university or
  • Relevant qualifications outside of academia which can be credited to you such as further education/training at GQF7 level or – for foreign qualifications such as postgraduate diplomas – equivalent to GQF7 level relevant to the desired master's/MBA programme, with a minimum of 20 ECTS credits

Tip: If you apply for recognition, we can review your relevant achievements and, where possible, credit them towards your study programme in a relevant field.

Alternative admission requirements

  • with 240 ECTS from your undergraduate degree: direct access possible
  • with 210 ECTS from your undergraduate degree: complete courses totalling 30 ECTS or provide proof of at least one year of full-time work experience at the start of the programme (this must be acquired after completing your undergraduate degree. Work experience from a dual study programme cannot be used to make up for missing ECTS credits).
  • with 180 ECTS from your undergraduate degree: complete courses totalling 30 ECTS and provide proof of at least one year of full-time work experience at the start of the programme (this must be acquired after completing your undergraduate degree) or provide proof of at least two years of full-time work experience at the start of the programme (this must be acquired after completing your undergraduate degree. Work experience from a dual study programme cannot be used to make up for missing ECTS credits).

English language skills

Depending on your personal circumstances, you might be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Your skills would need to match the B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). We accept the following English language skills certificates*:

  • TOEFL (minimum 80 points) or
  • IELTS (minimum 6,0 points) or
  • Duolingo English Test (minimum 95 points) or
  • Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B)

Note: Proof must be provided before starting the study programme and must not be older than five years. Is English your native language, or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or institution of higher education? Then you do not need to prove your English language proficiency. Get in touch with our study advisors for more details.

*IU International University of Applied Sciences may accept other language certificates for English B2 (CEFR) at their discretion.

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