The Master of Laws (LLM) at the University of Ottawa offers you a unique opportunity to delve into Canada’s rich and complex trijuridical legal landscape, encompassing civil law, common law, and Indigenous law. This postgraduate program is ideal for law graduates worldwide seeking to deepen their understanding of legal theory and contemporary legal issues within a bilingual and bicultural environment. Situated in Canada’s capital, you will engage with a curriculum that reflects the nation’s distinct legal traditions, preparing you for advanced legal scholarship and practice.
You will pursue this Master of Laws degree full-time on campus over two years, undertaking compulsory courses in Legal Research Methodology and Contemporary Issues in Law, alongside a chosen Legal Theory course. The program culminates in a Master's Thesis, allowing you to conduct in-depth research under expert supervision. You will graduate with advanced analytical skills and a nuanced understanding of comparative legal systems, positioning you for diverse career paths in national and international law, policy, or academia.