Law and Society

Law and Society

This 30 credit hour (10 courses) certificate offered by the Faculty of Arts will introduce students to the study of Law, and its impact on Society. Students will have the opportunity to explore a range of disciplinary perspectives and approaches to studying the law. It will appeal to those who are curious about how law shapes society and how law impacts the lives of people and will be especially appealing to students who are planning to apply to a law school or to pursue a law-related career. It can also be done as a minor to a degree program if allowed by the Faculty.

A graduating average of at least 70 per cent from a four-year baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) is required for admission to all programs except for English, History, Mathematics and Statistics and the Master of Public Administration where the required average is 75 per cent.

Applicants with a marginally lower four-year average may be accepted if their performance in the last two complete years is significantly higher (75 per cent or more).

Applicants must have the academic background required to undertake graduate studies in their chosen field. Applicants who fail to meet this requirement but who otherwise meet the criteria may be admitted; however, background deficiencies must be addressed by taking appropriate courses either prior to or in parallel with graduate work.