Master of Studies in Law

Western Law offers the Master of Studies in Law (MSL) for professionals or academics in other disciplines who do not have a degree in Law but who feel that an understanding of law would enhance their current research or profession.The MSL does not prepare one for the practice of law, and is not an entryway into the legal profession. Instead, it is intended to provide an academic footing for those whose prior research interests or professional interests touch upon legal matters.Program Length3 Terms (Full-time study)6 Terms (Part-time study)

Four year Bachelors or higher degree with a minimum average of B 74 percent in the last two years of fulltime study A sample of academic writing such as a research paper thesis or a published journal article The subject matter of the academic writing sample may be the applicants choice The Graduate Record Examination is required for all applicants to the MSL program Applicants who present evidence that their previous professional programs or graduate programs have required the GRE GMAT MCAT LSAT or other similar standardized tests will normally have the requirement for the GRE waived