The Law & Society (B.S.) at Thomas Jefferson University offers you an interdisciplinary exploration into how law shapes and is shaped by societal structures, institutions, and human behaviour. This undergraduate program is ideal for students keen to understand the complex interplay between legal systems, social justice, and human rights, both domestically and globally. You will develop critical thinking and advanced communication skills by engaging with diverse perspectives from sociology, criminology, psychology, and political science, learning to discern reliable evidence amidst misinformation and to effectively debate complex issues. This degree provides a robust foundation for understanding the forces that control society.
You will study this program full-time on campus over four years, engaging with a core curriculum that includes subjects like Crime and Justice, Comparative Legal Systems, and Law & the Workplace. Throughout your degree, you will participate in research, writing, and moot court activities, culminating in a Senior Capstone project focused on Public Policy Advocacy. This hands-on approach ensures you develop practical skills, preparing you for diverse career paths in law, public policy, advocacy, and related fields where a deep understanding of legal and societal dynamics is essential.