Summer Course on European Data Protection Law

Objective

The summer course provides a comprehensive introduction to European data protection law, focusing on the practical application of the GDPR and related legal instruments.

Participants will explore key legal questions through a mix of expert-led presentations, interactive case studies, and hands-on workshops. The course will also look into latest legislative developments, CJEU case law, and real-world examples to help participants build the knowledge and skills needed for effective GDPR implementation and compliance with other data laws.

Key topics

  • Foundations of EU data protection law
  • Practical application of the GDPR
  • Latest legislative and CJEU developments
  • Skills for effective GDPR implementation and compliance

Visit of the Court of Justice of the European Union

Participants will also have the opportunity to attend a hearing at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg.

Who should attend?

Lawyers in private practice, in-house counsels, legal and policy practitioners, EU and national civil servants seeking an introduction to European data law.  

Online participation option

The event will be streamed live online. You have the option to follow the conference on Zoom, enabling you to ask questions and take part in the discussion with participants in Trier.

Fees in €
Standard
EU and ERA patrons
Young lawyers and other groups
Discount Voucher Code
Registration by 14 August 2026
1,161.00
928.80
928.80
928.80
Registration after 14 August 2026
1,290.00
1,032.00
1,032.00
1,032.00
Early registration discount
  • 10 % by 14.08.2026
Discounts available
  • EU and ERA Patrons
    Staff of European Union institutions and agencies; Staff of ERA’s patrons: all EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), Albania, United Kingdom, Scotland, Serbia, the German states and the City of Trier.
  • Young lawyers and other groups
    Young lawyers up to and including 30 years of age (important: the participant must provide a copy or details of his or her passport or identity card on request); Full-time staff of universities or comparable academic institutions; Staff of charitable organisations or comparable institutions.
  • Discount Voucher Code
    If you have a discount voucher code, please enter the code in the Voucher Field when you register.
  • Simultaneous registration of a minimum of three employees from the same organisation qualifies for discounted rate.
  • Organisations wishing to nominate groups or discuss preferential conditions for regular participation are encouraged to get in touch at info@era.int.