Program Overview
The Legal Studies at Carleton University is a MA programme in Law over 24 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 Legal Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 10,431 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,584 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Ottawa, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Legal Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Crime, Governance and Security
- Globalization, International Law and Transnational Justice
- Citizenship, Human Rights and Political Economy
- Gender, Sexuality and Identity
- Law, History, Culture and Humanities
- Conflict Resolution
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The minimum requirement for admission to the masters program is an honours bachelors degree, or its equivalent, in a relevant field of study (not necessarily law), with at least a B+ standing.
You will need to submit:- Two letters of reference
- A one-page Statement of Intent
- A Preference Form n A copy of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you have attended.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 10,431 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,584 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 10,431 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,584 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Carleton University 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 Carleton University
Carleton University
Ottawa, Canada
Carleton Universityis an English-languagepublicresearch universityinOttawa,Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1942 as Carleton College, the institution originally operated as a...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
