The Bachelor of Laws at Ankara University offers a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to train competent, socially conscious and analytically skilled legal professionals. The programme combines rigorous theoretical education in national and international law with practical training and legal reasoning skills, preparing students to work in courts, legal practice, public administration, international institutions or continue in academia. The program spans eight semesters (four years) and immerses students in core legal disciplines, critical thinking, and professional ethics.
Located in Ankara — Turkey’s political and legal center — this program benefits from a rich academic tradition, a broad network of legal institutions, and exposure to contemporary social, political and legal issues. With access to experienced faculty, internship opportunities in public and private legal settings, and a curriculum that balances national law with global perspectives, the programme aims to cultivate law graduates equipped to navigate complex legal challenges in a dynamic world.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) / Law Degree
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters / 4 years
- Location: Ankara, Türkiye
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: Constitutional Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law, Public International Law, Commercial Law, Legal Theory, International Law
- Admission modus: National university admission procedures (EA-type score) Yok Atlas+1
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Legal Studies
- Introduction to Law
- Constitutional Law I
- Turkish Language & Legal Turkish
- Legal Theory / Legal History
- Orientation to University Life / General Skills
Semester 2 – Core Private and Public Law
- Civil Law – General Provisions
- Administrative Law I / Public Law Foundations
- Criminal Law I
- Principles of Law & Legal Research Methods
- Elective / General Education Course
Semester 3 – Civil Law & Procedural Foundations
- Civil Law – Obligations & Contracts
- Civil Procedure I
- Legal Institutions and Institutions of Justice
- Introduction to International Law
- Elective / Language / Skills Course
Semester 4 – Criminal Law & Public International Law
- Criminal Law II
- Public International Law
- Commercial Law I / Trade Law Foundations
- Constitutional Law II / Human Rights Legislation
- Elective / Legal English
Semester 5 – Specialized Legal Disciplines I
- Family Law / Labour Law or Alternate Branch
- Commercial Law II
- Administrative Law II / Public Law
- Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility
- Elective Seminar I
Semester 6 – Specialized Legal Disciplines II
- Civil Procedure II / Civil Law Continuation
- Criminal Procedure / Criminology or Alternate Branch
- Environmental / International / European Law Elective
- Comparative Law or Legal Theory Seminar
- Internship / Moot Court Preparation or Elective II
Semester 7 – Applied Law & Professional Preparation
- Bar and Legal Practice Preparation
- Elective Courses (e.g. Intellectual Property, Tax Law, EU Law, International Trade Law)
- Moot Court / Mock Trials / Clinical Legal Practice
- Research Methods & Thesis Prep
Semester 8 – Graduation & Finalization
- Graduation Project or Thesis
- Legal Writing & Advocacy Skills
- Presentation & Portfolio Development
- Professional Ethics & Continuing Education Preparation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme are prepared for a broad range of legal and civic roles: becoming lawyers, judges, public prosecutors, legal advisors in private or public sector, corporate counsel, legal consultants, or working in international organizations, NGOs, academia, and public administration. The program’s strong foundation in constitutional, civil, criminal, international and commercial law enables graduates to adapt to many fields requiring legal expertise.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing the Law programme at Ankara University means enrolling in one of Türkiye’s most prestigious and historically significant law faculties, with a deep tradition since the founding of the Republic. The curriculum offers comprehensive coverage of fundamental and advanced law branches, balanced with opportunities for internships, moot courts, and practical legal training.
The program’s distinct advantage lies in its integration of national law with international perspectives, its emphasis on legal culture and sense of justice, and its flexibility — allowing students to specialize in various law branches and prepare for both national and global legal careers.
Contact Information
Ankara University – Faculty of Law
Cebeci Campus, Cemal Gürsel Caddesi
06590 Cebeci, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 319 77 70
Fax: +90 312 362 10 57
Email: law@ankara.edu.tr
Student Affairs – Faculty of Law
Cebeci Campus, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 319 77 70 (Dahili 1060)
Fax: +90 312 362 10 57
Email: ogrenciisleri@law.ankara.edu.tr
International Office – Ankara University
Tandoğan Campus, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 212 60 40
Fax: +90 312 213 67 47
Email: erasmus@ankara.edu.tr
