Law
Webinar on the EU AI Act: Where do we stand now?
The EU AI Act came into force in August 2024, and many of its provisions are already in effect. In this webinar, we will discuss the legal requirements of the…Current developments in Subsidy Law
This course focuses on the do’s and don’ts of government funding. In addition to an overview of the latest developments, there is ample opportunity to discuss practical cases. What challenges…Current developments in Privacy Law and AI in 2026: What’s happening now?
Do you want to know what has happened over the past year in the world of privacy, data protection, and artificial intelligence, and how this applies to your work? Then…Global Privacy Officer Certification
Cursus overview: Nowadays, companies and organisations are increasingly operating in a global economy, in multiple jurisdictions. If your organisation deals with customers, suppliers or people from other countries, only compliance…Current Developments in Nationality Law
Nationality law is rapidly evolving, both nationally and internationally. This course covers the most important developments from the past eighteen months. In addition to new (draft) legislation, case law, and…Current Issues in Public Access to Government Information
Has bureaucracy within government really become a high-performance sport — or sometimes a bitter necessity? In the course Current Issues in Public Access to Government Information, we focus on pressing…Can’t find a course that suits you?
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Subscribe to course alerts Request a customised courseControl over Government Liability: Tort and Compensation Claims
Public authorities regularly face compensation claims due to unlawful conduct. But what does that actually mean? This practical course offers clear insight into the legal considerations and responsibilities surrounding government…Specialisation course: Expert in criminal cases (NRGD recognised)
Become a recognised judicial expert in criminal cases. The faculties of law at the Open University (OU) and Maastricht University (UM) are once again joining forces and jointly offering the…Privacy Management and Data Governance under the GDPR and EU AI Act
Course overview: This training provides practical guidance on how to effectively apply a comprehensive data governance model and clearly define key roles and responsibilities of those involved in the personal…Legal training and courses for professionals
Are you looking for a current legal course for professionals? Maastricht University, through the UM Academy for Lifelong Learning, offers high-quality training programmes within the field of Law. Our courses are designed for legal professionals, lawyers, policy advisors, and others seeking to deepen their understanding of the latest developments in the legal domain.
Practice-oriented legal programmes with academic excellence
Our offering includes post-academic courses, executive programmes, and specialist training designed to help you stay up to date with legal knowledge and apply it effectively in practice. Topics range from administrative law, employment law and corporate law to privacy law, AI & data governance, and cybersecurity.
Popular courses in the legal theme include:
- • Current Developments in Administrative and Procedural Law
- • Privacy and Data Protection (incl. DPO Certification and AI Trust Compliance)
- • Annual Update in Employment Law
- • Corporate Law and Government Liability
- • Specialist Training for Expert Witnesses in Criminal Cases (NRGD-accredited
Why choose a legal course at UM Academy?
Whether you are looking to earn CPD points, take the next step in your career, or explore a new area of law, UM Academy offers legal programmes tailored to your professional goals. We offer:
- • Up-to-date content, based on the latest legislation, case law, and practical experience
- • Flexible formats, available online or on location in Maastricht
- • Postgraduate certificates or certificates of participation
- • Designed for lawyers, legal advisers, policymakers and privacy professionals
- • Developed in collaboration with experts from academia, government and industry
Bespoke legal training
Do you have specific learning needs or are you looking for an in-company legal training programme? We also design tailor-made programmes for organisations and legal teams.
Stay legally up to date and future-ready. Explore the current range of Law courses at UM Academy and enrol today.