Queen's University - Faculty of Law

Master of Laws (LL.M.)

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Program Information

School:Queen's University - Faculty of Law
Faculty:Faculty of Law
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General (Graduate Level)
Canadian Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence (Graduate Level)
Comparative Law (Graduate Level)
Description:The Queen's Master of Laws (LLM) degree is a nine- to twelve-month program that deepens students' legal knowledge and research skills with a view to further studies at the doctoral level or careers in research, policy work or legal practice.

Candidates should have obtained high standing in an undergraduate or first law degree (LLB, JD or equivalent). In exceptional circumstances we will accept candidates whose previous degree(s) are not in law but in cognate fields.

Students have considerable freedom to design a course of study that meets their needs and aspirations.
URL:Master of Laws (LL.M.) at Queen's University - Faculty of Law
Areas of Research:The Graduate Program is concentrated in areas including: Constitutional and Administrative Law, Corporate and Securities Law, Criminal Law and Criminal Policy, Family and Children's Law, Feminist Legal Studies, Health Law, Intellectual Property & Information Technology Law, International Legal Studies (including Human Rights, Trade, Environmental and Refugee Law), Labour Relations, Taxation, Theories of Private Law.
Length:1 Year(s)
Enrolment #:12

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    JD/LLB with a B+ average normally required.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 100] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 80] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 600] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7]
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Portfolio

    * 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 September 21, 2020