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

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JD-MA (International Affairs)

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

Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:International Law and Legal Studies (Graduate Level)
International Relations and Affairs
Law (LL.B, J.D., B.C.L.)
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $17,570
National: $18,448
Scholarships:235
Careers:Court Officers and Justices of the PeaceLawyersJudges

Description:

The Common Law Section, Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa and the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA) at Carleton University offer a combined four-year program leading to a Master of Arts (International Affairs) and a JD degree. The program is designed for students with a strong interest in international law and relations and provides an excellent basis for a career in government or the private sector, as well as advanced studies in international affairs and international law.



By pursuing the two degrees jointly, students have an opportunity to weave together research interests in law and international relations and are able to tap into the extensive work on international affairs and law conducted at the two institutions located in the National Capital region. Students also reduce their net credit load relative to the credit demands applied to students studying for the two degrees outside of the combined program. The four-year combined program of study represents a more compressed period than the typical three years required to complete the JD degree and the typical 2 years required to complete the M.A. degree.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    A student must apply separately to the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University and to the Faculty of Law (Common Law Section) at the University of Ottawa, and be accepted by both institutions in accordance with the normal admission requirements of each program. Interest in pursuing the joint program must be specified in each application.
    Test Scores:
    • Law School Admission Test

    * 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