Program Overview
The Studies in Law (MSL) at Yale University 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 Studies in Law (MSL) 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 7
- Tuition: USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New Haven, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Studies in Law (MSL) programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Constitutional Law
- Contracts
- Procedure
- Torts
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To apply for the M.S.L. program, you must:
1. Have a doctoral degree or be a doctoral candidate in a field other than law, unless the applicant is a working journalist. Journalists must have at least a bachelor\'s degree.2. Submit:
- the M.S.L. application form
- a current curriculum vitae
- a letter describing your professional experience and interest in the program
- transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work
- three letters of recommendation from persons having knowledge of your academic ability and professional promise
- three to five examples of professional work for those applying as journalists
- official TOEFL report unless your undergraduate education or law degree was completed in the United States, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, or Canada (in English medium of instruction schools). Applicants who have at least a 4-year degree from the US or the countries listed above may request a waiver of the TOEFL
- a $75 application fee
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Yale 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 Yale University
Yale University
New Haven, United States
Yale University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-01-18
- Start Date 2018-10-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months