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Law (LLM)

Western University

London, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #142 =

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Law (LLM) at Western University in London, Canada is a master's degree in Law programme. The programme runs for 3 semesters.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Law
Duration: 3 semesters

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Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Law LLM at Western University offers two routes: a traditional thesis-based option focused on advanced legal research and scholarship, intended for students pursuing academic careers, and a project-based option, introduced in September 2016, designed for legal practitioners and recent law graduates. Students take a selection of graduate-level law electives alongside completing either a thesis or a major research project under faculty supervision. The program can be completed in three terms of full-time study or six terms of part-time study, offering flexibility for working legal professionals. As part of the admission process, applicants submit a sample of academic legal writing, such as a research paper, thesis chapter, or published journal article, demonstrating their capacity for advanced legal analysis. Graduates are prepared for careers in legal academia, specialized legal practice, policy, and research roles requiring advanced expertise in law.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 74.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission requires a Juris Doctor or equivalent degree, with a minimum average of B (74%) in the last two years of full-time study, along with a sample of academic writing, such as a research paper, thesis, or published journal article, on a legal subject.

About Western University

“Veritas et Utilitas”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1878
Students: 37,875
QS rank: #142 =
Programs: 271
Location: London, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Law (LLM) award?

Western University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does Law (LLM) take?

The programme runs for 3 semesters.

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