Oñati International Institute For The Sociology Of Law International Master of Arts in Sociology of Law
Oñati International Institute For The Sociology Of Law

Oñati International Institute For The Sociology Of Law

International Master of Arts in Sociology of Law

Oñati, Spain

MA

Sep 2025

Key Summary

    About : The International Master of Arts in Sociology of Law offers a comprehensive examination of legal practices and their social contexts. The program emphasizes critical thinking and interdisciplinary learning to address contemporary societal issues through the lens of law. It equips students with the necessary tools for conducting in-depth research and understanding complex legal phenomena.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in legal research, social policy analysis, and academic positions. Positions in government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international organizations are also common, allowing graduates to make a significant impact on society.
  • A one-year programme (60 ECTS).
  • Accredited by the UPV/EHU.
  • Thirteen two-week courses from September to March (40 ECTS).
  • Master's Thesis (Research Project) from April to September (20 ECTS).
  • While the IISL is located in Basque Country, the programme is taught entirely in English.
  • The MA is both a recognised stand-alone qualification and also accepted as a foundation for PhD research by universities all over the world.
  • A double degree in Sociology of Law and in Sustainable Development (the UNIVERSITY OF MILAN and UPV/EHU - Oñati IISL)