LL.M. & J.S.D. Programs
| See the Advanced Degree Programs website for detailed information about Berkeley Law's LL.M. and J.S.D. programs. |
Berkeley Law offers two advanced law degrees, the Master of Laws (LL.M.) and the Doctor of the Science of Law (J.S.D.). These degree programs are designed to provide students with a range of opportunities, from obtaining a basic knowledge of the United States legal system to undertaking original research on a particular aspect of law. The law school makes available introductory and advanced courses in many areas of legal inquiry, and seeks to enroll a student body that is diverse with respect to legal background and proposed research.
Accelerated Summer LL.M. Program for International Students
Intensive summer-only program, 20 weeks in total, spanning two consecutive summers . Classes begin in May and end in July. Approximately 50 students per class. Coursework track only.
Academic Year LL.M. Program
9-month program. Classes begin in August and end in May. Approximately 100 students per class. Students may select coursework or thesis track.
J.S.D. Progam
Three-year program (one year of coursework, two years research and writing). Approximately 10 students per class. Students work closely with a faculty adviser while developing a dissertation to be submitted their final year.
We are now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 academic year LL.M. and J.S.D. programs. Apply now.
