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Legal Studies (MA)

Legal Studies (MA)

Webster University

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Location

United States of America

Qualification

Post Graduate(PG)

Fees

Duration

4 years

Next intake

Fall, Summer, Spring

Entry score

2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

The MA in Legal Studies provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal environment impacting individuals, businesses, and the judiciary. This program is ideal for those who need additional legal knowledge to enhance their effectiveness in various roles, such as managers, teachers, government employees, and legal assistants. 🌐👩‍⚖️

Note: The program does not prepare students for the practice of law, and graduates are not eligible for bar admission.

Students enrolled in this degree can also pursue a concurrent certificate in Paralegal Studies. All coursework can be applied toward both the MA degree and the certificate. Please note that an additional graduation fee applies for the certificate. 🎓📚

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Utilize Critical Thinking: Apply strategies for legal reasoning and analysis. 🧠⚖️
  • Understand Professional Codes: Demonstrate knowledge of the Code of Professional Responsibility to guide ethical behavior and decision-making. 📜🕊️
  • Integrate Legal Skills: Combine theoretical and practical knowledge to understand and address legal issues. 🛠️📘
  • Master Legal Research: Understand and apply the essential goals of legal research, problem-solving, and logic in legal writing. 📚✍️
  • Evaluate Legal Information: Effectively communicate practical legal problems using well-evaluated legal information. 📝🔍
  • Analyze Legal Roles: Understand the significant role of legal assistants in the legal field. 👩‍⚖️🔍
  • Apply Advanced Knowledge: Use advanced legal knowledge and skills in practical legal contexts. 🚀💼

Synchronous Instruction: Students must complete at least 9 semester hours of required Legal Specialty courses through synchronous instruction. 🕒📚

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