Law
Schulich School of Law
| Description: | Studying law is stimulating, intellectually demanding and fun. Highly motivated students will develop advanced communication skills and problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in legal research. Dalhousie's Faculty of Law - one of the oldest in the country - offers comprehensive areas of study including the most extensive offering of marine and environmental law in Canada. Dalhousie is also a leader in community law, having created Canada's first legal aid clinic. Working in the clinic provides students with opportunities to gain real-life experience while earning a degree. |
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| Careers: | Entertainment lawyer Environmental lawyer Criminal prosecutor Supreme Court Justice |
| Website: | Law |
| Program options: | Bachelor of Laws (LLB) The LLB degree from Dalhousie is recognised for the purpose of Bar admission in all Canadian provinces. Other options: Study abroad options are available in Singapore, Australia and other locations Various opportunities for continuing education and academic focus in areas such as Health Law and Policy, Negotiation and Conflict Management, Marine & Environmental Law Combine programs with MBA, MPA, MLIS, or MHSA |
| Length of program: | 3 years |
| Prerequisites: | Undergraduate degree Good standing from previous academic study Completion of test scores from the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) |
| Future academic options: | Bachelor of Laws / MBA |
