Overview
You will learn through interactive discussions and explore practical issues related to your specialization. You’ll have access to a wide range of elective options to broaden your legal knowledge or explore new areas related to your professional interests.
Construction Law from York University is an increasingly complex field where there is a widespread need for legal expertise. This program is designed to equip both legal and non-legal professionals who engage with construction law matters with comprehensive knowledge of the subject. The learning outcomes are the program are focused on a thorough understanding of the core areas of construction law, such as: contract law, insurance law, dispute resolution law, environmental law, business law and regulatory policy and theory.
Who is the Specialization for?
- Lawyers interested in establishing or advancing their practice in this field
- Law graduates with a demonstrated interest and work experience in this area
- Senior non-legal professional who have significant exposure to construction law related issues in their work
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Canadian Graduate Legal Research and Writing
- Graduate Legal Studies
- Construction Law Theory and Practice
- Construction Dispute Resolution
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Public Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 34 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
The Admissions Committee considers each application holistically on the basis of factors such as academic background, professional work experience, and whether the program fits your stated goals. Admission to the program is competitive. The information below represents the minimum requirements for admission consideration to our graduate degree programs – meeting these criteria does not guarantee admission.
- JD/LLB degree or undergraduate degree (a graduate degree is an asset to non-legal professionals)
- Overall B (75%) average (or equivalent)
- Professional work experience (JD/LLB graduates require at least 2 years, while non-legal professionals require at least 5 years of related senior-level experience)
- Acceptable English language proficiency (see requirements)
Tuition Fee
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International
8008 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8008 CAD per year during 24 months. -
National
3800 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3800 CAD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Toronto
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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