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University of Luxembourg: Our Master Degree Programmes
University of Luxembourg: Our Master Degree Programmes
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Our Master degree programmes
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University
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Our Master degree programmes
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At the University of Luxembourg, we
offer more than 40 Master degree
programmes across a wide range of
disciplines. We provide extensive support
services to help our students make the
most of their studies and set them on a
future career path.
This brochure contains extensive
information to help you find the
right programme, explore our
university and get your life as a
student in Luxembourg off to a
good start.
We look forward to
welcoming you to the
University of Luxembourg.
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The University of Luxembourg is a European research-oriented
university with a strong international and multilingual character.
Founded in 2003, the university currently counts over 6,423
students. Members of the university community come from all over
the world.
3 faculties 3 interdisciplinary
research
centres 3 campuses
from
6,423 125
students different countries
56%
international students
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professors,
associate professors official languages:
and senior lecturers French, German and English
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agreements signed on student
exchanges and research and
teaching cooperation
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Our Master degree
programmes
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Multilingual. Personalised. Connected.
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Master degree programmes - Overview
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Master degree programmes - Overview
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Langue et littérature
françaises
Langue et littératures
luxembourgeoises
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Computer Science Computer Science
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Master in Information Master en Management de
and Computer Sciences la Sécurité des Systèmes
d’Information
in collaboration with:
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Flexible specialisation options
Early involvement in research projects
International cooperation agreements with
universities and industries
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Multidisciplinary approach promoting
knowledge sharing and exchange of
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English experiences
Participation in the Information Security
Education Day (ISED)
This programme enables students to acquire
deeper knowledge in computer science by Programme supported by two professional
associations: CLUSIL and CPSI
understanding its abstract and interdisciplinary
foundations, focusing on problem-solving and
developing lifelong learning skills. Students TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
can specialise in the following areas: adaptive
computing, communication systems, information
This programme allows professionals to further
security, intelligent systems and reliable software
develop their knowledge and skills to analyse,
systems in non-technical areas of existing
interpret and provide relevant solutions in the
companies.
field of information security.
CAREERS: Luxembourg is a major financial
CAREERS: prepares students for the position of
centre with a growing need for highly qualified
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in all
IT staff. Employment opportunities include the
business sectors.
public sector, local industries and public research
institutes. The programme also prepares
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students for further studies at PhD level.
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Computer Science Engineering
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Interdisciplinary Space Master Master en
in collaboration with: Développement Durable –
Filière Énergie et Environnement
in collaboration with:
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Engineering Engineering
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Master of Science Master of Science
in Civil Engineering – in Engineering –
Megastructure Engineering with Sustainable Product Creation
Sustainable Resources
in collaboration with:
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Individual mentoring and courses taught in
small groups
Combination of mechanical engineering and
mechatronic issues within sustainable product
creation
4 semesters | 120 ECTS Focus on lean and sustainable use of all
Focus on complex projects and sustainability resources
Collaboration with construction companies and
administrations
Possibility to spend a semester abroad at a TEACHING LANGUAGE: English
partner university in Paris, Nancy, Metz or
Brussels
This programme enables students to acquire
a comprehensive, deep knowledge of all steps
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English of the product creation process, from market
segment specification, product planning,
product design and manufacturing to product
This programme enables students to acquire
usage, service and recycling. The courses
deeper knowledge in civil engineering with a
cover mechanical and electrical aspects. This
specific focus on planning and constructing
programme perfectly balances academic
megastructures while using resources sustainably.
education with industrial applicability of cutting-
Sustainability is increasingly important and
edge content
the well-trained modern civil engineer must be
able to judge and optimise civil structures and
CAREERS: prepares students for engineer or
buildings while taking into account shortages in
consultant positions in industry, or further
construction materials and energy resources.
studies at PhD level.
CAREERS: prepares students for civil engineer or
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consultant positions in the construction industry
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or public sector, or for further studies at PhD
level.
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Engineering
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Master en Sciences
de l’Ingénieur –
Efficacité Énergétique et
Économique
in collaboration with:
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Life Sciences Life Sciences
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Master in Integrated International Master of
Systems Biology Science in Biomedicine
in collaboration with:
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Mathematics Physics
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Master in Mathematics Master of Science in Physics
This programme is of a high standard, the This programme enables students to acquire a
curriculum is flexible, offering students a complete solid and broad education in condensed-matter
education as mathematicians. This allows them and materials physics. The goal is to explain and
to apply for any mathematics-related position. predict the physical properties of materials, e.g.,
Furthermore, it offers an extensive specialisation semiconductors, magnetic materials and liquid
in one of three career-driven directions: financial crystals, based on their microscopic constituents.
mathematics, general mathematics and industrial While the first year of this programme consists
mathematics. of lectures, exercises and laboratory classes, the
Students can consolidate their knowledge of complete second year is devoted to conducting
modern mathematics in the first year and can research in one of our experimental/theoretical
deepen their understanding through optional groups.
courses. These let them familiarise with the three
CAREERS: employment opportunities in all
options available in the second year, which means
industrial sectors including the electronics,
they are in a position to make an informed choice.
automotive, aerospace and biomedical industries,
CAREERS: Mathematicians are needed in all insti- or further studies at PhD level.
tutions and companies, including public sector and
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higher education institutions, banks, industries, etc.
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Business and Management Business and Management
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Master in Master in Entrepreneurship
Accounting and Audit and Innovation
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Business and Management Economics and Finance
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Master in Logistics MSc in Finance and
and Supply Chain Economics
Management
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Choose between four specialised tracks in the
second year
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Fees: €24,000 for full programme (scholarships
available) TEACHING LANGUAGE: English (French optional)
Includes study period at MIT in Boston, USA
This MSc offers a foundational first
year, covering topics from statistics and
TEACHING LANGUAGE: English econometrics to corporate finance, macro- and
microeconomics and an introduction to the
This programme is offered in partnership with Luxembourg financial centre. In their second
the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) year, students can choose one of four specialised
in Boston, USA. Students acquire fundamental tracks: Banking, Investment Management, Risk
knowledge in the field of logistics and supply Management and Financial Economics. Teaching
chain management. The programme includes is supported by industry professionals, in
a three-week study period at MIT. Throughout particular in trending and emerging topics in the
the academic year, students work on a Master financial sector, such as FinTech or sustainable
thesis in collaboration with an industry partner finance. In their final semester, students can
company. In addition to in-class activities, choose to complete either an internship and
students also take part in company visits to business case report, or a Master thesis.
further bridge the theory-practice divide.
CAREERS: employment opportunities in
CAREERS: prepares students for the operational banking, finance and insurance sectors,
and strategic role that logistics and supply chain financial administrations, national and European
management play in modern companies. Grad- institutions. Luxembourg’s financial centre offers
uates become supply chain champions, ready to a dynamic and international job market for
confront the challenges of a changing business graduates.
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Economics and Finance Economics and Finance
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MSc in Quantitative Economics Master in Wealth
and Finance Management
mqef.uni.lu
fdef-mqef@uni.lu
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Law Law
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Master in European Banking Master in European
and Financial Law (LL.M.) Economic and Financial
Criminal Law (LL.M.)
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Option to specialise in collective investment 2 semesters | 60 ECTS
schemes (CIS) or investment funds law
Mandatory internship of at least eight weeks
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Choice between Master thesis and case study
Opportunity to apply for ATOZ Foundation
Scholarship
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Law Law
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Master in European Master in European Union Law
Private Law (LL.M.) and Litigation (LL.M.)
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
Mandatory internship of up to three months
Mandatory internship of at least eight weeks
Opportunity to participate in the “Clinique
du Droit”
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Law
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Master in Space,
Communication and
Media Law (LL.M.)
2 semesters | 60 ECTS
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Humanities Humanities
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Master en Études Franco- Master in European
Allemandes: Communication et Contemporary History
Coopération Transfrontalières
in collaboration with:
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
A strong focus on digital history
Conferences and guest lecturers by
international experts and European key players
4 semesters | 120 ECTS Specialisation in “European history in the long
Courses are taught at the University of Lorraine, term“ or “History of the European integration
Saarland University and the University process“
of Luxembourg
A mandatory internship in a cross-border institution
Intensive French and German language courses TEACHING LANGUAGES: English, French
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Humanities Humanities
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Master in Learning and Master in Modern
Communication in Multilingual and Contemporary
and Multicultural Contexts European Philosophy
4 semesters | 120 ECTS 4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Multilingual classes in English, French and A high-level academic education in modern and
German with both academic and practical contemporary European philosophy
orientation A strong research focus
Master classes and an international symposium Key insights into historical developments
with renowned international experts and systematic problems of modern and
The option of internships in European contemporary European philosophy
Institutions, companies and NGOs
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Humanities Humanities
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Master Trinationaler Master in Literatur-,
Theaterwissenschaft Kultur- und Sprachgeschichte des
und Interkulturalität deutschsprachigen Raums
in collaboration with:
trinationaler-master-germanistik.eu
Humanities
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Master
Transnational German Studies
in collaboration with:
This joint programme focuses on German language, The curriculum integrates a broad variety of courses
literature and culture with a specialisation in the Mid- encouraging students to continuously develop their
dle Ages and the Early-Modern period. Taught at four disciplinary and non-disciplinary skills. A mentoring
different universities including Universidade do Porto programme, which runs through all 4 semesters
(semester 1), University of Luxembourg (semester 2), provides students the opportunity to exchange with
Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz (semester 3) experienced industry professionals.
and Universita degli Studi di Palermo (semester 4),
the programme offers a specific pathway in Literary CAREERS: employment opportunities in cultural
Studies, which enables students to understand the institutions and cultural management, public
historical and cultural factors influencing modern relations and journalism, archives and libraries or
European society. further studies at PhD level.
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Psychology Psychology
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MSc in Psychology: MSc in Psychology:
Evaluation and Assessment Psychological Intervention
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Psychology Social Sciences
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Master in Master in
Psychotherapy Architecture
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Social Sciences
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Master in Border Studies
in collaboration with:
TEACHING LANGUAGES:
English, French, German
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Social Sciences Social Sciences
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Master in Geography Master en
and Spatial Planning Médiation
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Social Sciences and Education Social Sciences and Education
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Master in Management und Master in Social Sciences
Coaching im Bildungs- and Educational Sciences
und Sozialwesen
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
6 semesters | 120 ECTS A research-based study programme with
A part-time lifelong learning study programme student participation in on-going research
projects
Courses generally take place on Friday
afternoons (some sessions on Thursday Country comparisons and site visits of
evenings or Saturday mornings) international organisations with insider views
on educational policymaking and programming
Admission requirements include three years
of work experience Seminar-based teaching with intensive
mentoring (Master thesis)
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Teaching and Education
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Master en
Enseigement Secondaire
4 semesters | 120 ECTS
Four tracks: German Studies, Romance Studies,
Luxembourgish Studies, Mathematics (organised
by the Faculty of Science, Technology and
Communication)
A focus on issues specific to the Luxembourg
school system such as multilingualism,
multiculturalism and integration
Two practical one-week training sessions
TEACHING LANGUAGES:
French, German, English, Luxembourgish
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How to discover
the University?
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University
of Luxembourg
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Multilingual. Personalised. Connected.
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Studying at the University
of Luxembourg means…
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Being multilingual Being well-connected
The University of Luxembourg is a multilingual in the world of work
university. Most of our programmes are bilingual As a student, you will be able to take advantage
(French-English or French-German), even of the excellent links to the financial centre,
trilingual or taught entirely in English. Campus employers, industry and public institutions
life is as multilingual and multicultural as in Luxembourg. Over 860 lecturers from the
Luxembourg itself since our students come here business world, the social and education sector,
from all over the world. and national and European institutions teach
in our three faculties. A large number of our
study programmes give you the option of a
Having an open mind work placement as a way of gaining practical
We strongly encourage student mobility and all experience.
our Bachelor students must spend one semester
abroad. The University of Luxembourg is an active
partner in the European ERASMUS+ Programme Having a unique
and has signed a series of agreements with university experience
partner universities in the United States,
The University of Luxembourg operates on a
Australia, China, Korea, Japan, Laos, Thailand,
human scale. Here, students are the top priority.
India, Uruguay, Brazil, Russia, Turkey and Canada.
Much of our teaching takes place in small
Many exchange opportunities are also on offer
classes or seminars. You will receive personal
for Master students and PhD candidates.
supervision and individual mentoring. Our
Language skills and a willingness to be open-
students are encouraged to take an active part
minded are rewarded with degree qualifications
in lectures, classroom debates and discussions.
which give our students undisputed advantages
in the global labour market.
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Our student support services
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The University of Luxembourg offers a range of will give you information about the different
services to provide you with support and advice programmes available and help walk you through
throughout your time at the university. SEVE, the administrative formalities.
the Student Department (Service des Études
et de la Vie Étudiante), is there to help you
with all the administrative formalities from the …getting your career on track
moment you enrol until graduation. The University Career Centre provides counselling
services including individual consultation, skills
assessment sessions and workshops to assist
…enrolling you with your job applications. The University
organises the annual Unicareers.lu recruitment
You can enrol with the university via our website. The
fair for students and young professionals.
Admissions Department is responsible for issuing
the various administrative documents required for
enrolment: student card, certificates, etc. …learning a new language
The Language Centre offers academic and
…finding a place to live vocational courses as well as general language
courses in French, German, English and
The University of Luxembourg has 37 student
Luxembourgish for students and university staff.
halls, with a total of 1,122 rooms and studio
apartments, located mostly in Esch-sur-Alzette
and Luxembourg City, which offer students …studying in the best possible
excellent housing and a great environment to
work and meet other students.
conditions
A qualified psychologist offers counselling and
support. Sessions are confidential and free of
…helping you prepare your charge.
mobility semester
Spending an exchange semester in another
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country is compulsory for all Bachelor students
at the University of Luxembourg. We also offer
exchange possibilities to Master students
and PhD candidates. Our Mobility Department
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Student life at the University
of Luxembourg
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Campus Sport
Student life is not just about studying
– it’s also a great opportunity to get
involved in sports. Campus Sport
organises over 20 different sports
activities run by professional coaches.
Campus Art
Art workshops are organised free
of charge for the whole university
community.
Student life
Joining a student association is a great way
to meet new people. At the University of
Luxembourg, several student associations
represent the interests of the student
community. The student lounge is the
place to meet, hang out and participate in
a variety of activities. The Office of Student
Life organises a range of different events,
in particular the Welcome Day, Garden
Party, Masquerade Party and Christmas
Party.
Espace cultures
espace cultures organises and coordinates
cultural events and activities, including the
University Choir, the University Chamber
Music Ensemble, the student theatre
group EduDrame, the dance group Dance
Cluster and a mime workshop.
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Belval Campus
Limpertsberg Campus
Limpertsberg Campus is located in a residential
area close to the centre of Luxembourg City and
just a few minutes from Kirchberg, the capital's
business district.
2hrs
from Paris,
Brussels and
LUXEMBOURG London
Luxembourg City
is listed as a UNESCO
World Heritage
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Living in Luxembourg is a summer, the streets and terraces come alive with
people.
unique multilingual and
multicultural experience Luxembourg has an amazingly beautiful countryside.
Almost one third of the country is covered by forest
Luxembourg has three official languages and you can hike and bike your way through 600 km
and is home to over 170 nationalities. Of its of cycling routes and hiking trails. Luxembourg is a
613 894 inhabitants, over 47% come from real heaven for outdoor enthusiasts.
outside Luxembourg. The national language is
Luxembourgish; however, most people speak at Luxembourg’s rich cultural heritage includes several
least French, German or English. If you would like to castles and charming villages, as well as the historical
learn Luxembourgish, you can take classes at the districts and fortifications in the country’s capital.
university’s Language Centre. Cultural diversity is a Check out some of the the best places to
daily reality in Luxembourg. go in Luxembourg:
The fortifications of the Old City of Luxembourg and visitluxembourg.com
its ancient quarters have been part of the UNESCO
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Cultural World Heritage since 1994. Luxembourg
boasts a vibrant cultural and art scene and has esch.lu
a wide range of museums, theatres, art galleries atelier.lu
and music venues. There is a vibrant nightlife, kulturfabrik.lu
especially in Luxembourg City (114 000 inhabitants) rockhal.lu
and around Belval Campus. You will find chic bars rotondes.lu
alongside traditional pubs and hip cafés. In the
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