Online Master in Sports Law
The Master in Sports Law online is a transformative and flexible program designed for law graduates and legal professionals who want to lead the legal future of the sports industry.
Through a 100% online methodology, you will learn from top legal experts and professionals from leading institutions like Real Madrid C. F., gaining advanced knowledge in areas such as sports taxation, commercial regulation, anti-doping, and dispute resolution, while developing a global and strategic vision of the legal frameworks that shape the world of sports.
You will be prepared to drive legal innovation in sports by:
- Mastering international sports governance and regulatory frameworks.
- Navigating complex legal challenges in anti-doping, player rights, and commercial contracts.
- Developing expertise in sports taxation and financial compliance.
- Leading dispute resolution processes in national and international sports courts.
In addition, you will experience an international immersion in leading sports institutions, guided by industry experts and executives. A unique opportunity to broaden your horizons and gain a global perspective of the sports industry.
View the Spanish version of the master: Máster en Derecho Deportivo online
Private degree issued by Universidad Europea de Madrid
Classes in English | Start: October 2026 | Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid Universidad Europea | Faculty of Medicine, Health and Sport |
The quality you deserve
National Sports Award
Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid Universidad Europea was honoured with the 2018 National Sports Award, “Copa Stadium”, in recognition of its contribution to education, research, and the professionalisation of sports both nationally and internationally.
Shanghái Ranking
Our faculty is ranked among the top 25 worldwide in the prestigious Academic Ranking of World Universities by the Shanghai Ranking 2025.
International experiences in the sports industry
Take part in an international experience that gives you insider access to the sports industry. Build lasting global connections as you network with industry experts, faculty, and classmates from around the world.
Switzerland
Gain a global perspective on how major international sports governing bodies operate. Learn directly from international experts and visit institutions such as FIFA, FIBA, the Olympic Museum, and UEFA.
Madrid
Gain exclusive insights into the Real Madrid Club's operations with special access to the Ciudad Real Madrid Florentino Pérez facilities. Visit major international sports entities and meet with their executive leaders.
White Week
Experience a unique sports event featuring streamed talks from industry leaders, club executives, and elite athletes throughout the week.
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Their stories
María Florencia Confalonieri
Lawyer at Futbolistas Argentinos Agremiados
What I value most is the outstanding background of the professors—true leaders in the field—whose experience not only enriched the academic content but also inspired me to keep growing professionally. I also appreciated the constant support from the program directors and tutors, who made the learning process smoother and helped bridge the distance of the online format.
José Manuel Blanco Bravo
Sports Lawyer
Pursuing the Master in Sports Law has been a truly enriching experience. It allowed me to delve into a fascinating and multidisciplinary branch of law, covering labor, administrative, commercial, and sports-related aspects from a practical and up-to-date perspective. The faculty is composed of top-level professionals with extensive experience in the sector, which made the learning process even more valuable and closely connected to the realities of the sports industry.
Study plan
The curriculum is composed of ten modules that will provide you with practical, multidisciplinary and up-to-date training. At the end of the programme, the student will receive the International Private Master's Degree in Sports Law, LLM online, granted by Universidad Europea de Madrid.
Study plan structure
- Module I. Organization of the Sports 6 ECTS.
- Module II. Lex Sportiva. Keys of Sports Law 6 ECTS.
- Module III. Governance, Integrity and Doping 6 ECTS.
- Module IV. Understanding the Dports Industry 6 ECTS.
- Module V. Football Law I 6 ECTS.
- Module VI - Football Law II 6 ECTS.
- Module VII. Sport Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution 6 ECTS.
- Module VIII. The Future of Sport - Legal Tech 6 ECTS.
- Module IX. Practice as sports lawyer - Moot Court 6 ECTS.
- Module X. Master Thesis 6 ECTS.
An intensive one-year programme to specialise in sports law
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First semester – Foundations & structure of sport law industry
In the first semester, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal ecosystem of sport and build your skills to advise clubs, athletes and organisations from an international perspective.
- Analyse the legal framework of sport: from institutional governance to regulatory and commercial laws.
- Master sports contracts, transfers, image-rights, “lex sportiva” and labour relationships in sport.
- Explore dispute resolution, arbitration and alternative methods in the sports industry.
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Second semester – Advanced practice, regulatory strategy and professional legal application
You will progress into the strategic and applied dimension of sports law, working with real-case scenarios and developing the legal competencies required to advise clubs, federations and athletes at the highest level.
- Develop advanced capabilities in sports arbitration, disciplinary procedures and international regulatory compliance.
- Apply your knowledge through complex legal simulations, case analysis and practical exercises aligned with real industry situations.
- Complete your Master’s Final Project, demonstrating your ability to design and defend specialised legal strategies in the global sports sector.
Methodology
Flexibility: our online methodology allows you to adapt your studies to your needs.
Support: you will have the support of our expert professors who will facilitate your learning, as well as an accompanying tutor who will guide you and help you achieve your goals.
Experiential learning: learn by doing, without action there is no learning. Receive comprehensive training based on real-life cases combined with theoretical and practical learning.
Constant communication: with the latest technologies, you will be in direct contact with the university, your professors and your classmates.
Our educational model
At Universidad Europea, we are committed to an education that prepares you for the needs of the professional world. Thanks to our methodology, you will be able to gain the knowledge, skills, abilities and competences that provide maximum employability in a global world.
Experiential learning
The student learns by doing; there is no learning without action.
Meaningful learning
The teacher relates the knowledge, skills and previous experiences to the interests, expectations and cognitive characteristics of the students.
Collaborative learning
The students "learn together", so they are motivated not just by their own learning, but to increase the achievements of others, forming a social and academic learning experience.
Professional learning
The teacher acts as an advisor and as a guide of the learning towards a professional application.
Constructive and discovery learning
The student inquires and explores to understand the concepts. This allows you to build cognitive structures by comparing, relating and reorganising new concepts with those you have already dealt with.
Autonomous learning
The teacher encourages the students to learn for themselves, developing self-learning. The student is seen as an active and cooperative agent, a protagonist in the construction of his or her own learning.
Individualised learning
The teacher is sensitive to the diversity and different learning styles of the students, adjusting the training activities to suit their needs.
Creative learning
The development of creativity and initiative allows knowledge to be perceived as open, unfinished, something which can always be redefined and understood from other points of view.
Programme directors
Dr. Miguel María García Caba
Programme Director
Carolina López Chaves
Programme Director
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Admissions
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The Master in Sports Law online is designed for:
- Lawyers or legal professionals who want to specialise in the sports industry and gain advanced expertise in regulations, governance, dispute resolution and athlete representation.
- Professionals from the sports sector who seek a deeper understanding of the legal frameworks that govern sport at national and international levels.
- Graduates in Law or related fields who aspire to build a career in sports legal consulting, sports organisations, clubs, federations or athlete management.
Admissions requirements
For access to the Accredited International Private Master's Degree in Sports Law online it is necessary to fulfill one of the following REQUIREMENTS:
- To be in possession of a University Degree. In the case of being a graduate from a university outside of Spain, it is not necessary to have had the degree officially recognised by the Spanish Education Ministry.
- To have accredited professional experience related to the programme of interest. This guarantees the achievement of the abilities specified in the Profile for prospective students section. Some of the programmes offered at Universidad Europea do not allow access through professional experience. See the full list here.
- Higher Vocational Training Graduates who can accredit professional experience after completion of the internship.
In all cases, the University may limit access to certain degrees if a specific university degree has not been previously completed.
Demonstrate having the right level of English according to the chosen course, which will be evaluated through a personal interview.
Admissions process
The admission process to pursue an online undergraduate or postgraduate certificate at Universidad Europea can be carried out throughout the year, although enrolment on any of our programmes is subject to availability. In order to complete the process, follow these simple steps:
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Documentation
You will need to send the specific documentation to your personal advisor
- Admissions form.
- Legal document required for accessing the programme
- Photocopy of your ID.
- Curriculum vitae.
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Admissions test
Once your documentation has been reviewed, your personal advisor will contact you.
- Competency assessment test.
- Personal interview.
- Language assessment test (if applicable).
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Reserving a place
Formalising the reservation of a place through our different methods of payment
- Direct debit.
- Credit card.
- Online payment.
Scholarships and financial aid
We want to help you. If you want to study at Universidad Europea, you will have at your disposal a wide selection of own and official scholarships.
Credit recognition and transfers
You don’t have to stick with something you don’t like. That’s why we’ve designed specific plans for credit recognition and transfers.
Request your online credit recognition review, transfer your academic file and start studying at Universidad Europea.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Master in Sports Law online focused on exactly?
The master online in Sports Law focuses on the legal side of sport at national and international level. You study regulations, contracts, governance, disciplinary procedures and sports organisations. The programme connects general law with the specific rules of federations, leagues and clubs. It is designed to understand how law really works in the sports industry.
Who is the Master in Sports Law online designed for?
The online sports law master is mainly aimed at graduates in Law or similar legal fields. It can also fit professionals already working in sport who need a deeper legal vision. The important thing is that you are comfortable with legal concepts and texts. From there, the master helps you specialise in sports law.
How does the online format work in the Master in Sports Law online?
You study through a virtual campus with live sessions and recorded content. You can follow classes from anywhere and review materials whenever you need. You complete activities, exams and case studies entirely online. This makes it easier to combine the sports law master with work or other responsibilities.
How is Real Madrid involved in this master online?
The master is part of Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid. You learn sports law using examples from real clubs, competitions and sports institutions. The link with a top professional club gives the programme a strong industry focus. It helps you see how legal decisions affect sport at the highest level.
What kind of content will I study in the Master in Sports Law online?
In the online sports law master you cover topics such as contracts, image rights, transfers, disciplinary rules and sports arbitration. You also look at governance, compliance and regulation in federations and leagues. The content is always framed within the sports context. This helps you connect general legal theory with real sports law cases.
Is the Master in Sports Law online very theoretical or case-based?
Combines theory with a strong focus on case studies. You work on real-type situations from sports law, such as disputes, sanctions or contractual conflicts. You learn to read and interpret regulations and decisions. The idea is to train your legal reasoning in situations that actually happen in sport.
Do I need a high level of English for the Master in Sports Law online?
Yes. Classes, materials and assessments are in English, and you will work with international sports law documents. You should be able to read legal texts and discuss them in class. A solid command of English will help you fully benefit from the programme.