Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Laws program at Dalhousie's Schulich School of Law offers specialized legal expertise, diverse career opportunities, and flexible study options.

Why Choose This Program

This program provides students with the opportunity to specialize in various legal areas, prepare for impactful roles in law, and gain substantial writing experience. The program is designed to facilitate academic exploration and career advancement in academia, public service, courts, agencies, or law firms.

Accreditation

The program fulfils the requirements for accreditation.

Careers

Graduates of the program work in various areas, including:

• Academia
• Government
• Judiciary
• International organizations
• NGOs
• Corporate law firms
• Banking and finance
• Intellectual property
• Human rights
• Environmental law
• Health law
• Technology

Possible Careers

Possible careers for graduates of the program include:

• Legal counsel at a multinational corporation
• Human Rights advocate at a non-governmental organization
• Environmental Law Attorney at a law firm specializing in environmental issues
• Legislative Drafter for a government agency

Admission Requirements

To apply for the program, students must meet the Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirements as well as any program-specific admission requirements.

Program-Specific Admission Requirements

The program has specific admission requirements that must be met before applying.

Financial Information

The university offers competitive tuition rates and funding programs to support graduate students.

Program Options

The program offers two options:

• Professional: A course-based master's program that enables students to acquire specialized knowledge, enhance critical skills, and advance their careers.
• Thesis: A research-based program that allows students to pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor.

Standard Program Duration

The standard program duration is 16 months or longer.

Enrolment Options

The program offers two enrolment options:

• Full-time
• Part-time

Delivery Format

The program is delivered in-person.

Program Details

All graduate programs at Dalhousie are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and the Faculty of Graduate Studies.