Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor's in Law Program

The Bachelor of Science in Law program at Nova Southeastern University provides students with a comprehensive education in law, preparing them for a wide range of careers in law-related fields. The program offers three concentrations: paralegal studies, law, science, and technology, and health law.

Program Concentrations

• Paralegal Studies: This concentration allows students to build a paralegal portfolio and prepares them for careers as paralegals, providing support to lawyers in completing legal tasks.
• Law, Science, and Technology: This concentration provides students with an understanding of intellectual property law, critical in industries such as technology and entertainment.
• Health Law: This concentration prepares students for positions in the healthcare industry, where law plays a significant role.

Program Benefits

The Bachelor's in Law program at Nova Southeastern University offers several benefits, including:

• Real-world experience through field experiences and law-related internships
• Development of critical thinking and communication skills
• Preparation for national certification exams in paralegal studies
• Opportunity to earn a bachelor's and J.D. degree in just six years through the 3+3 Dual Admission program
• Convenient online or on-campus course delivery options
• Access to a network of schools, graduate-level faculty, and alumni to help grow careers

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor's in Law program can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Paralegal and legal assistant positions
• Compliance officers
• Human resource professionals
• Lobbyists
• Legal correspondents
• State and federal government positions
• Corporate, internet, and real estate law
• Non-profit organizations

Curriculum

The curriculum is designed by professors who are lawyers and includes courses such as:

• Health Law
• Intellectual Property
• Elements of Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• Criminal Law and Procedure
• Torts and Civil Litigation
• Corporate Regulation The small class sizes provide students with individualized attention, and the faculty's professional experience ensures a profession-driven skills approach.

Dual Admission Program

The 3+3 Dual Admission program allows first-time students to earn both their undergraduate and J.D. degrees in just six years. Transfer students can participate in the program and earn their undergraduate and J.D. degrees in seven years. This program provides students with a guaranteed seat in the J.D. program at NSU Law, preparing them to become lawyers.

Experiential Learning

Students in the Bachelor's in Law program have opportunities for mentorship, simulated and real-world law experiences, and internships. They can work with faculty, attorneys, judges, and professional paralegals to strengthen their resume and skills, making them job-ready upon graduation.