Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Law provides students with a rigorous legal foundation, preparing them for careers in diverse fields such as law, politics, and human rights. With instruction from faculty in Law and Government, students explore key legal concepts through specialized internships and coursework, potentially leading to expedited law school admission or a Master of Legal Studies.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Arts in Law is the first of its kind in the nation and is designed to meet the high demand for professionals with legal training across a wide spectrum of careers. Law provides the base for many professions, from human rights advocacy to politics, and the rigorous academics involved give students a highly sought-after set of skills. Undergraduates in the Law B.A. program receive instruction from faculty in the College of Law and the School of Government and Public Policy. Students learn key foundational aspects of law, such as criminal and civil procedure, contracts and torts, while specialized internships in real-world environments allow them to home in on areas of interest. Not only is this degree an essential component for careers in which legal training is a distinct advantage, but it can also provide an expedited path to law school or the university's accelerated master's option, where students can earn a Master of Legal Studies in just one extra semester.
Outline:
Coursework:
- LAW 404: American Public Law System
- LAW 454: Environmental Law & Policy
- LAW 458: Introduction to Criminal Law
Sample Courses:
- LAW 404: American Public Law System
- LAW 454: Environmental Law & Policy
Careers:
- Law
- Politics
- Criminal justice
- Journalism
- Human rights
Other:
- The program is open to students from all majors.
- Students can choose to specialize in a particular area of law, such as criminal law, environmental law, or human rights law.
- The program offers a variety of experiential learning opportunities, such as internships and externships.
- Graduates of the program are prepared for a variety of careers in law, government, and the non-profit sector.
