Program Overview
The Comparative Law at University of Southern California is a Master programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Comparative Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 61,898 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 61,898 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Los Angeles, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Comparative Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Accounting for Lawyers
- Administrative Process
- Advanced Civil Procedure
- Advanced Contracts
- Business Enterprise Taxation
- Bioethics and Law
- Children\x92s Legal Issues
- Comparative Constitutional Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Among the required information and documents you will submit through LSAC are:
- transcripts and degree verification
- a two- to three-page statement that describes your personal, academic and professional background, and your reasons for applying
- a r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 or curriculum vitae
- TOEFL or IELTS report (no minimum score is required)
- USC\'s TOEFL institutional code is 4852 and the department code is 03.
- Test scores are valid for two years from the date taken.
- TOEFL or IELTS waivers may be granted in exceptional circumstances; if you feel you should be allowed to waive this requirement, please submit your waiver request as an attachment to your application.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 61,898 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 61,898 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 61,898 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 61,898 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern California directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States
University of Southern California is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English
- Duration 12 months