Overview

The Law programme at Carleton University offers students a rigorous academic foundation in the rules, institutions, and power relationships that define the legal landscape. This degree encourages learners to examine the operation of law through various social, economic, and cultural lenses. By engaging with diverse theoretical perspectives, students develop the critical thinking skills necessary for professional success.

Why Law at Carleton University?

As the oldest and largest undergraduate law programme in Canada, this department provides a unique "Capital Advantage" due to its location in Ottawa. Students gain direct access to national and international legal experts, with opportunities to visit the Supreme Court of Canada and Parliament Hill. The curriculum is further enhanced by four specialised concentrations: Business Law, Criminal Law and Social Order, Law, Policy and Government, and Transnational Law and Human Rights.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 36979 per year
National fee: CAD 8846 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on interdisciplinary methodologies and legal theory. Modules may include:

Legal Studies
Regulation of Corporate Crime
Business Law
Criminal Law and Social Order
Law, Policy and Government
Transnational Law and Human Rights

Careers with Law

Graduates are well-prepared for a wide variety of professional paths in both the public and private sectors. The analytical and research skills gained during the programme are highly transferable to roles in legal practice, policy analysis, and government administration. Many former students secure positions within the civil service, international relations, or policing and law enforcement.

Common career destinations for graduates include:

Advocacy and Public Relations
Banking and Investment
Legal Administration and Social Policy
Criminal Justice and Research
Business Management
Education and Politics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal Studies

Social Justice and Human Rights

Persons and Property

Obligations

Criminal Justice System

Criminal Law

Law, State and Constitution

Law, State and Citizen

Public International Law

Approaches in Legal Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

20 alternative credits

For 20.0 credit Major degrees, at least 3.0 credits in the major and at the 2000-level or above.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

Legal Studies View 66 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

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

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General requirements

You will need a secondary school or high school graduation certificate. Education should normally consist of a minimum of 12 years of study.

You will need to present transcripts from your senior high school along with your graduation diploma or certificate, and any graduation exam results.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36979 CAD / year

≈ 36979 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8846 CAD / year

≈ 8846 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario Tuition Fee: 7279 CAD per year

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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