Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) has been officially approved by the Macao SAR Government to launch the first Master of Artificial Intelligence Law program in Macau. The program will commence in September 2026, and online applications are open from now until July 6, 2026.
Program Features
This program focuses on cutting-edge legal issues in artificial intelligence and adpots an interdisciplinary training model. It intergrates law, technology, ethics, and policy, forming a distinctive LAW + TECHNOLOGY education approach. Students will gain a solid theoretical foundation, rich practical resources, and an international perspective.
Curriculum
The normal duration of study is 2 years, with a maximum of 3 years. The curriculum closely follows global developments and includes core courses such as:
General Theory of Artificial Intelligence Law
Cyber and Information Security Law
Data Law
Regulation of Algorithms
Artificial Intelligence Policy and Ethics
Elective courses include:
Foundations of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
Legal Regulation of Typical Application Scenarios of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence Justice and Artificial Intelligence Legal Services
The medium of instruction is Chinese and/or English.
Training Objectives
The program focuses on frontier and complex issues in AI law, strengthening students' in-depth research abilities. It aims to cultivate high-quality interdisciplinary professionals who possess both AI knowledge and legal expertise, along with an international outlook, capable of addressing legal challenges in the intelligent era.
Career Prospects
This program is designed to meet the growing demand for AI governance and digital regulation by cultivating high-level interdisciplinary professionals with integrated expertise in law, technology, and policy, as well as strong research capabilities and an international outlook. Graduates will enjoy diverse and wide-ranging career opportunities across government regulatory bodies, technology companies, law firms, international organizations, and research institutions, while also having the potential to develop careers in finance, investment, or legal technology entrepreneurship. They will be well-positioned to engage in areas such as AI policy development and implementation, AI compliance, algorithm auditing, data governance, legal technology services, global AI governance, and legal risk management for technology projects. In light of the urgent global demand for interdisciplinary talent in the field of technology law, graduates of this program are expected to benefit from strong career prospects and ample opportunities for professional growth.
Admission Requirements
A bachelor’s degree or above in law;
Applicants with other academic backgrounds must have either:
A legal professional qualification, or
At least two years of legal work experience.
Application Period
June 4, 2026 – July 6, 2026
Program Start Date
September 2026
Enquiries (Office Hours)
Faculty of Law
Phone: (+853) 8897 1722
Email: fl_md@must.edu.mo
Website: https://fl.must.edu.mo/
Graduate School
Phone: (+853) 8897 2262
Email: sgsad@must.edu.mo
Website: https://pgadmissions.must.edu.mo/
