Everything at a glance
Degree level: Master of Laws (LL.M.)
Standard period of study: 5 Semester (90 ECTS )
Type Of Study: On the job
Study location: Weiden, Online
Start Of Study: Winter semester (1. Semester) and summer semester (1. Semester)
Course Language: German
Medical Law (LL.M.) – Expertise at the interface of medicine and law

Would you like to deepen your legal expertise in medical law with a practical focus and strategically advance your career?
The Master’s degree program in Medical Law (LL.M.) is designed for working professionals who have already completed a university degree — particularly lawyers holding the First or Second State Examination — and offers a practice-oriented education that can be flexibly integrated into your professional life.
Thanks to the cooperation with ARBER Seminare and AK Jura, you have the opportunity to integrate the specialist lawyer training course directly into your studies.
Specialist lawyer courses that have already been completed — whether through our cooperation partners or other external providers of specialist lawyer training — may also be recognized toward the program.
In this way, you can ideally combine practical specialist knowledge, flexible study structures, and valuable additional qualifications to support your professional development.
Job opportunities

With the internationally recognized LL.M. degree in Medical Law, graduates have access to a wide range of career opportunities — from law firms and hospitals to health insurance companies, as well as consulting and advisory services in the healthcare sector.
They specialize in medical law, patients’ rights, liability issues, and compliance, and are qualified to work in advisory or managerial positions within these fields.
Thanks to the practice-oriented education and additional qualifications such as the specialist lawyer training course, graduates are ideally prepared for demanding positions in healthcare and medical law.
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At OTH Amberg-Weiden, we combine sound theory with practical learning. Small groups, modern facilities, personal support and close cooperation with companies create the best study conditions.
This is also confirmed by the excellent StudyCheck ratings and the success of our graduates. Those who study here are well prepared for the future.
HIGHLIGHTS of the course

- Practice-oriented education: Acquisition of specialized knowledge in medical law that can be directly applied in professional practice.
- International focus: The program has an international orientation and provides knowledge of international medical law, European regulations, and cross-border healthcare issues, enabling graduates to operate competently in a global context.
- Professional development: Preparation for demanding positions in law firms, hospitals, insurance companies, consulting, or research.
- Flexible study structure: The part-time program can be combined effectively with professional work.
- Expert knowledge: Students benefit from learning directly from experienced experts in law, healthcare, and professional practice, who contribute their expertise, current case studies, and industry experience to the courses.
- Networking opportunities: Exchange with like-minded professionals and industry experts, creating valuable long-term career opportunities and professional collaborations.
Continuing education credits:
The independent publication of the master’s thesis in legal journals, anthologies, or professional books may, under certain circumstances, be credited toward the mandatory continuing education requirements pursuant to Section 15 of the German Specialist Lawyers’ Regulations (FAO). The decision regarding recognition lies with the respective competent Bar Association.
Structure
The work-study Master’s program in Medical Law (LL.M.) is designed for working professionals who have completed a university degree, particularly lawyers holding the First or Second State Examination.
The theoretical knowledge required for qualification as a Specialist Lawyer in Medical Law is fully integrated into the program, meaning that attendance at an additional specialist lawyer training course is not required.
Those who have already completed a specialist lawyer training course in Medical Law may have it credited toward the LL.M. program.
Tuition Fee
Tuition fee for the Medical Law program is €3,350 per semester, plus the student services fee.
Access and admission requirements
For the Master’s degree program in Medical Law (LL.M.), you must provide proof of a completed university degree in a relevant field and relevant professional experience following completion of your Bachelor’s degree.
You can apply for a study place during the application period via the application portal of OTH Amberg-Weiden.
The admission requirements are also outlined in Section 5 of the program’s study and examination regulations.
Certification Courses
In addition to your regular studies, you can also take certification courses at OTH Amberg-Weiden for example in areas such as Corporate Environmental Protection or Fundamentals of Conflict Management and Mediation.
These additional qualifications are a real asset to your CV and help you position yourself more effectively in your professional field. You can find an overview of all available certificates here:
Application
Do you want to study Medical Law (LL.M.) in a Master’s program at OTH Amberg-Weiden? Then apply for the upcoming semester!
