Overview

Description

Science, engineering, and technology are increasingly driving the world economy. STEM professionals who understand and anticipate the legal, regulatory, and business implications of their work will be best prepared to lead the development of innovation and policy.

The unique Master of Science in Law curriculum centers on the intersection of law, business, and technology, with specific focus areas in business law and entrepreneurship, intellectual property and patent design, and regulatory analysis and strategy. Courses are designed specifically for MSL students, and students have the flexibility to design course plans that fit their particular interests and professional goals.

Students at Northwestern University have access to a highly successful alumni base, in addition to world-renowned faculty and broader Northwestern University resources. Northwestern Law is also a long-standing leader in curricular innovation, known for launching several other path-breaking programs. MSL students truly enjoy the best of both worlds: an innovative, new law degree awarded by an established, world-class law school.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business Formation & Structure
Business Torts
Contract Law & Design
Ethics
Intellectual Property Fundamentals
Legal & Regulatory Process
Public Persuasion or Persuasive Communication
Research in Law, Business & Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-03-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2024-09-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

International Law Criminal Law Public Law View 154 other Masters in International Law in United States

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

The application requires the following:

A statement of purpose that addresses specific questions
One letter of recommendation
A resume or CV
Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate programs
International students must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score or apply for a TOEFL/IELTS waiver
Online format applicants: video interview
Residential format applicants: the admissions committee may request a video interview

Tuition Fee

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International

60731 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60731 USD for the full programme during 9 months.
National

60731 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60731 USD for the full programme during 9 months.
In-State

60731 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60731 USD for the full programme during 9 months.

Living costs for Evanston

1100 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Financing

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MPOWER Financing Student Loans between $2,001 - $100,000

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Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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