About China-EU School of Law at CUPL
// The first jointly run Chinese-European law school
The China-EU School of Law (CESL) at the China University of Political Science and Law (CUPL) was founded in 2008 upon the initiative of the European Union and the People's Republic of China. As the first Sino-foreign jointly operated law school approved by the Ministry of Education of China, CESL is one of the earliest law schools in China dedicated to the training of international legal talents. Since its establishment, CESL has dedicated itself to educating Chinese and international legal talents with expertise both in Chinese and European law; to providing professional training for judges, prosecutors, lawyers, and public servants; and to promoting research and consultancy in the legal field. The school has become a platform for legal education, research, academic exchange and cooperation between China and the EU. CESL has become a flagship project of Sino-foreign cooperation in running schools and a model of China-EU cooperation in the field of higher education.
About the Summer School
// An unforgetable experience
The CESL CHINESE LAW INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL 2025 exposes international students to Chinese legal thinking and culture. It provides opportunities to explore the cultural, political and legal heart of China. Legal and culture courses are offered for undergraduates and postgraduates. Fieldtrips as well as extracurricular and social events are also arranged for participants, like law firms visits and international company visits. All classes are taught by experienced professors specialised in their respective field. Master’s level courses at CESL at CUPL provide students with fundamental insights into Chinese law and its constant evolution as well as with a comparative approach to legal studies. Please download the application forms and the financial statement form from the CESL website. Please send all documents to clte_cesl@cupl.edu.cn and present originals bearing your signature at registration.
The programme at a glance
Application deadline |
Early bird: April 30, 2025, final deadline:May 31, 2025 |
Orientation & Registration |
June 30, 2025 |
Two-Week Session |
July 1 to July 11, 2025 |
Certificate |
Certificate awarded by the China University of Political Science and Law |
Language |
English |
Fees & Payments |
Tuition: Free Accommodation: Free Other Expenses: International airfares, medical insurance and related personal expenses like entrance tickets to the place of visit will be borne by participants. |
Project Features |
International Perspective: Focuses on Sino-European legal education exchanges and attracts law students from European universities to participate. In-depth Experience: Through law lectures, cultural exchanges, city tours, and other activities, students can experience China's legal culture in all aspects. Practice-Oriented: Combines legal practice lectures and visits to enhance students' legal practice abilities. Highly Interactive: Group discussions, team-building activities, etc., enhance friendship and team collaboration among students. |
Places |
20 |
How to Apply
// How to apply YOUR PATH TO BEUING
Who can apply?
CESL is looking for young students who are citizens of a country other than the P.R. China. Applicants must be currently studying in a law degree programme at a European University. Applicants must have sufficient proficiency in English (demonstrated by being a native speaker, having completed undergraduate or postgraduate studies in English, a TOEFL score of 90+, IELTS of 6.5+ or CAE C1).
What documents do you have to submit?
Copy of passport and one-inch identification photo
Completed application forms
Completed Financial Statement
Certificate of Enrollment at a European University
Letter of recommendation, written in English by a professor from a university where the applicant studied
Copy of degree certificate and an English translation (if already obtained)
Academic transcript (including the grading scheme) demonstrating the applicant's legal studies and an English translation
Copy Of TOEFL, IELTS, CEFR or CAE certificate, or equivalent
SCHEDULE
// Lectures and Activties
Day 1: Arrival and Welcome |
Morning: International students arrive at the Changping Campus of CUPL. Afternoon: Welcome ceremony, campus tour |
Day 2: Law and Culture Lecture |
Morning: Lecture on "Overview of China's Legal System", group discussion Afternoon: Lecture on "China's Legal Culture and Tradition", visit the school history museum |
Day 3: Chinese History and Culture Experience |
Visit the National Museum or China Archaeology Museum to experience China's 5000 years of culture |
Day 4: Legal Practice |
Morning: Visit a law office, invite lawyers to share legal practice experiences; case analysis and discussion. Afternoon: Write reflections on the visit to the law office, free time |
Day 5: Cultural Exchange and Team-Building |
Visit the Great Wall to experience Chinese history and culture; team-building activities |
Day 6: Chinese Law Special Seminar |
Chinese Constitution Law Lecture |
Day 7:Chinese Law Special Seminar |
Seminar with invited legal experts to explain current hot topics in Chinese law; group work and presentations |
Day 8: Legal Practice and Urban Culture Experience |
Visit well-known enterprises and meet corporate lawyers sharing legal practice experiences |
Day 9: City Tour |
Visit famous Beijing attractions such as the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square |
Day 10: Traditional Culture Experience |
Learn traditional Chinese handicrafts such as calligraphy and paper-cutting |
Day 11: Traditional Culture Experience |
Visit the China National Arts Museum |
Day 12: Summary and Farewell |
Closing Ceremony |
Accommodation & Invitation Letter
// Travelling to Beijing
The length of the accommodation is from June 30 to July 11. Students can apply for FREE accommodation provided by the university. Please note that vacancy is limited and on first apply first served basis. Priority will be given to early bird applicants who apply and complete the application before April 30, 2025. Successful applicants will be assigned to the hotel with two bedrooms (two students with the same gender occupy one room). Air-conditioning, wifi are available.
Successful applicants will receive an Invitation Letter. Students should refer to the nearest Chinese Embassy or Consulate and confirm if they need a visa for the summer school.
Contact Information
Phone: +86-10-59915792
Email: clte_cesl@cupl.edu.cn
Website: http://en.cesl.edu.cn/
Attachments
1. Application Form
2. Financial Statement
3. Admissions Brochure
