Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa

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LL.M. Research paper option, concentration in Law and Technology

Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa

Faculty:Faculty of Law
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General (Graduate Level)
Course Based:Yes
Length:12 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $9,936

Description:

Law and Technology examines the impact of technologies on law and the legal regulation of technology. The concentration covers a wide range of technologies, both historical and emerging, and their intersection with any field of law, including intellectual property, privacy, human rights, property, torts, competition, consumer protection, contracts, constitutional, and international law. The field examines questions such as how law can facilitate innovation and how law should address the effects of technologies. It considers issues related to the impact of technology on society, such as free expression, equality, access to information, and legal ethics. Examples of emerging areas include smart cities, artificial intelligence, algorithmic decision making, digital currency, virtual reality, access to knowledge, e-government, and cybersecurity. The aim of the program is to provide graduate students with a unique opportunity to take specialized courses, obtain practical experience, and conduct original research on law and technology with a focus on Canadian law, comparative law, or international law.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    In order to be considered for admission to the Master of Laws program, applicants must have an undergraduate law degree from a Canadian university with a minimum grade point average equivalent to a "B" (70%) or an equivalent foreign law degree with comparable results. Applicants should note that meeting the minimum standard for admission does not guarantee that admission will be granted. Applicants who have not studied in French or in English must also provide proof of sufficient aptitute to study at an advanced level in French or in English.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * 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 November 01, 2022