Diploma in Law, Society and Justice

Dawson College

Westmount, Quebec, Canada

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At Dawson College in Westmount, Canada, Diploma in Law, Society and Justice is offered as a diploma in Law programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,575 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Law
Duration: 2 years
International tuition: CAD 7,575 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: dawsoncollege.qc.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Law, Society and Justice is a two-year pre-university profile leading to a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC) in Social Science at Dawson College. The program examines the relationship between law and society, covering law and politics within their historical and social contexts. Coursework builds critical thinking, oral communication, and debating skills alongside the core Social Science curriculum. Students emphasize civic responsibility and citizenship and complete an individual, interdisciplinary research project applying social-science methods to a legal or social-justice question. The profile is designed for students planning to continue into university programs in law, political science, criminology, or related social-science fields. Graduates receive Profile 300.GK of the DEC in Social Science. The program is delivered over four academic semesters of full-time study at Dawson College.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants need a Diploma of Secondary Studies (DES), or an academic background judged equivalent to the DES, and Secondary IV Mathematics (Cultural, Social & Technical option 563-404/414).

About Dawson College

Type: College
Founded: 1969
Students: 9,870
Programs: 43
Location: Westmount, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Law, Society and Justice award?

Dawson College awards a Diploma in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Law, Society and Justice take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Diploma in Law, Society and Justice cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 7,575 per semester.

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