Western University - Faculty of Law

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Law (LL.M.)

Western University - Faculty of Law

Faculty:Faculty of Law
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Law (LL.B, J.D., B.C.L.)
Areas of Research:Business Law and Taxation; Intellectual Property, Information, and Technology Law; International, Foreign; and Comparative Law.
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $9,512
Enrolment #:12
Careers:LawyersJudges

Description:

Western Law offers two program options for those wishing to complete an LLM. The traditional Thesis-Based Option aims to foster advanced research and scholarship in law, and is best suited for students wishing to pursue academic careers. This program offers training in key theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches to legal research and analysis. Graduates will be equipped to contribute to scholarly and political debate, and to develop answers to many emerging questions about the role of law in society.

The Project-Based Option, which was approved to commence in September 2016, is aimed at legal practitioners and recent law graduates who wish to enhance their professional credentials. Students in this program choose from a wide range of elective courses, allowing them to deepen their expertise in a particular field. Students also complete a Major Research Project designed to reflect their professional or academic interests, focusing on legal or policy issues requiring complex real-world solutions.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*74
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Juris Doctor or equivalent with a minimum average of B (74%) in the last two years of full-time study.
    Test Scores:
    • Law School Admission Test
    Additional Admission Requirements:
      A sample of academic writing, such as a research paper, thesis or a published journal article is required. The subject matter of the academic writing sample must be legal.

      * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on June 01, 2019