I. Application conditions
TOEFL or IELTS score requirements: Language ability is particularly important for law students, especially oral and writing. LLM application does not need to provide GRE or GMAT, and LSAT does not need to provide it. They only need to provide a TOEFL or IELTS score, and the TOEFL score is naturally very important. Every school has clear requirements for TOEFL. Generally, it is 100, and IELTS score is above 7.
Requirements of GPA:
General requirements are GPA3.0 or above, such as McGill and Alberta; ; There are also 3.25 requirements, such as Manitoba University; Many schools have no minimum GPA requirements, but judging from the admission results, schools rarely admit applicants with scores below 3.0.
Requirements of application documents:
LLM applications require less PS writing. Generally, it is enough to provide letters of recommendation and resumes. A few schools have other paperwork requirements.
Undergraduate professional background requirements:
Require a bachelor of law degree; No work experience is required, but excellent internships in law firms or other legal institutions have great advantages in application, and most of the admitted students have relevant internship experience.
Second, the introduction of Canadian legal profession
At the federal level in Canada, the other nine provinces and three autonomous regions have adopted the common law system, while Quebec, originally a French colony, has followed the tradition of implementing the civil law system. At present, there are 24 universities in Canada with law schools, which award bachelor's degrees in common law and civil law respectively. Canadian law education focuses on training practicing lawyers, but it also attaches great importance to theoretical teaching to ensure the diversification of teaching methods.
Law schools usually offer three degrees: Doctor of Law, Master of Law and JSD (Doctor of Law).
JD, the duration of the course is generally 3 years. The application requires students to provide LSAT scores, bachelor degree, excellent university scores, IELTS or TOEFL scores. Taking the University of Toronto as an example, the average LSAT 167 of students applying for JD LSAT, and the average score of university is 85.5. Among the students who applied, the average score of LSAT in 25% was 65,438+0.64, and that of universities was 83.4%. The average LSAT score of 75% students is 170, and that of universities is 88.3%. Students who successfully finish JD can get a lawyer's license and become judges in the future.
LLM (Master of Laws) is usually a one-year course. Applicants need a law degree recognized by Canada to apply, and do not need LSAT scores. LLM application is relatively easy and the academic system is relatively short, but students who want to be lawyers are not suitable for application because they can't get a lawyer's license after LLM.
The general study time of JSD (Doctor of Law) is 3 years. Applicants need to obtain a doctor of law or a master of law degree to apply. LLM score is above B+, JD average score is above A-. TOEFL score should be above 100, with no less than 24 in a single subject or no less than 7.5 in IELTS, and no less than 7.0 in a single subject.
Three. Brief introduction of Canadian law schools
University of Toronto
The University of Toronto School of Law is based on a strong history of leadership, innovation and adventure. Founded in 1887, it is one of the oldest professional colleges in the University of Toronto. However, it was not until 1949 that the blueprint of modern law school was drafted.
McGill University
Although McGill College held informal lectures on law as early as 1829, the earliest law department in Canada was not formally established until 1848. This is a response to the petition of 23 young people who have been studying independently in Quebec Law School. And hope that their works can get a formal law degree.
New York University
Peter Allard Law School is undoubtedly one of the leading law schools in Canada, and enjoys a world reputation for innovative research, inspiring teachers and outstanding graduates.
The Law School now offers full-time and part-time courses in Master of Laws, Common Law and Tax Law. The full-time course lasts for 12 months, and the part-time course lasts for 24 months.
University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa Law School is the University of Ottawa Law School in Ottawa, Canada. Founded in 1953, the college is divided into civil law and common law, which are recognized as two major legal traditions in Canada.
queen's university
The school offers a full-time Master of Political and Legal Thought (ll. M) The course is expected to last 12 months. His doctorate in research. The project lasts for XNUMX months and is taught in English.
university of alberta
University of alberta Law School in western Canada is the most prestigious law school. In addition, it is one of the leading legal education and research institutions in Canada. /kloc-for more than 0/00 years, the college has been at the forefront of Canadian law scholarships and has trained several generations of leaders. LL。 College M offers full-time and part-time courses for 24 months and XNUMX months respectively.
University of Calgary
UCalgary Law, founded in 1976, has won a reputation for its innovative and excellent teaching, especially in the training of legal skills and the integration of professional and academic goals.
The school offers full-time and part-time courses of LLM and LLM in natural resources, energy and environmental law. The full-time course lasts for 12 months, and the part-time course lasts for 24 months.