Overview

The Laws programme at the University of Ottawa offers an advanced legal education that reflects Canada’s unique bilingual and trijuridical system, encompassing civil, common, and aboriginal law. Students benefit from the university's strategic location in the nation's capital, providing unparalleled access to federal legal institutions and international policy hubs. This Master of Laws (LLM) is designed to accommodate diverse academic interests through multiple completion pathways.

Why Laws at the University of Ottawa?

The Faculty of Law is situated just steps from Parliament Hill, placing students at the heart of Canadian legal authority. The university ranks among Canada’s top 10 research institutions, fostering an environment of excellence and innovation. Students can take advantage of international reciprocity agreements with prestigious institutions in France, such as Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3 and Aix-Marseille University, potentially earning two degrees. The faculty also hosts specialised research centres, including the Human Rights Research and Education Centre and the Centre for Law, Technology and Society.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 10000 per semester
National fee: CAD 3617 per semester

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Syllabus

Depending on the chosen pathway: thesis, research paper, or course-based, modules may include:

Legal Research Methodology
Contemporary Issues in Law
Comparative Law
Applied Learning: Seminar of Legal Presentations
Legislative Research and Drafting Methodology
Indigenous Legal Theory
Philosophy of Law
Sustainability and Law
International Trade Regulation

Careers with Laws

Graduates of this programme are prepared for high-level roles within the legal profession, government, and international organisations. The curriculum's focus on fields such as international law, human rights, and law and technology equips students for specialised practice. Many alumni pursue careers in legislative drafting, environmental policy, or global trade investment. The programme also provides a robust foundation for those intending to progress to doctoral studies or academic research in legal theory and contemporary justice issues.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Indigenous Legal Theory: Worldview, Language and Legal Concepts

Critical Approaches to Health Law, Policy and Ethics

Advanced Human Rights

Studies in Human Rights

Constitutional Equality Law and Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

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IELTS

7

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Credits

40 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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60

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have an undergraduate law degree from a Canadian university or an equivalent foreign law degree or, exceptionally, a degree deemed equivalent by the program's Admissions Committee.

Candidates must have completed their undergraduate law degree with an average of at least 70% (B), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines.

Letter of intent

Resume

Description of research project (500 words, for program with research or thesis option only)

2 Recommendation letters

Transcripts

English Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20000 CAD / year

≈ 20000 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7234 CAD / year

≈ 7234 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario residents: $3,154.37/ semester

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 CAD / month

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

Funding

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