Program Overview

Introduction to the Maîtrise en Droit Program

The Maîtrise en Droit program at the Université de Montréal is designed for students who wish to pursue advanced studies in law. This program offers students the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific area of law, whether it be in the grand sectors of law or in specialized domains.

Program Overview

About the Program

The Maîtrise en Droit program is a chance for students to undertake an in-depth reflection on a legal question. It complements the general education provided at the undergraduate level and allows students to design and implement a medium-scale research project in a precise area of their choice. The development of research and the writing of a thesis are significant components of the program. Students work closely with their research director, whom they choose from among specialists in the field.

Advantages of Studying Law at the Université de Montréal

• Be part of the largest Faculty of Law in Quebec and Canada.
• Discover a dynamic teaching and research environment that has significantly contributed to the evolution of law for over 100 years.
• Benefit from comprehensive and varied legal training that provides access to legal practice and careers where knowledge of law is a major asset.
• Enjoy the expertise of a vast professorial team at all levels of study.
• Take advantage of a complete library and an IT laboratory.
• Focus on the challenges faced by future lawyers.

Courses and Particularities

• 45 credits
• Full-time and part-time study options
• Day courses
• Path with thesis or research paper

Course Overview

Some of the subjects covered in the program include:

• DRT 6500: Methodology of Law and Research
• DRT 6525: Philosophy of Law
• DRT 6816A: Foundations of Public Law
• DRT 6818A: Foundations of Private Law
• DRT 6830C: Advanced International Public Law
• DRT 6845A: Advanced Constitutional Law
• DRT 6855: The State Territory
• DRT 6870C: Intellectual Property
• DRT 6883A: Contemporary Mutations of Law
• DRT 6899: Master's Thesis

Admission Requirements

Eligibility Conditions

To be eligible for the Maîtrise en Droit program, candidates must:

• Satisfy the general eligibility conditions (Section XI) of the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Regulations.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Law from the Université de Montréal or an equivalent degree.
• Have obtained a minimum average of 3.0 out of 4.3 at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of French and English.

Additional Documents to be Provided

• A complete curriculum vitae
• A letter of recommendation from a person (preferably a university professor) who knows the candidate personally and can evaluate their research abilities.
• A statement of objectives and professional goals, describing the research project (even if it is still in its early stages) and explaining any circumstances that may have affected the candidate's academic performance in the past.

Tuition Fees

Estimated Tuition Fees

The estimated tuition fees for the program are as follows:

• Resident of Quebec: $2,183.05 per trimester (15 credits)
• Canadian non-resident of Quebec: $5,393.20 per trimester (15 credits)
• International student: $11,033.05 per trimester (15 credits)
• French or Belgian French-speaking student: $2,183.05 per trimester (15 credits)

Career Prospects

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Maîtrise en Droit program can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Biotechnology
• Business Law
• Information Technology Law
• International Public Law

Examples of Jobs

• Lawyer
• Person who defends the rights and interests of clients before individuals, the state, institutions, or private enterprises, as well as before courts when a case (family, commercial, criminal, etc.) requires it.

Research Activities

Join a Team

The Université de Montréal offers various research opportunities for students. Some examples of research projects, internships, or possibilities for research supervision in this field include working with Professor Han-Ru Zhou.

Discover What Has Been Written on the Subject

See the theses or research papers in this discipline to explore the research areas and topics that have been studied.

Need Information on Admission?

For more information on the admission process, please visit the Université de Montréal's website or contact the Admission and Recruitment Service.