Tracks
Academic year LL.M. candidates have the option of undertaking one of two different tracks:
Coursework Track
The LL.M coursework track offers students the opportunity to take a variety of courses. Students may choose to survey the American Law system or focus on a single area of interest. Students satisfy unit requirements by enrolling in law school courses and seminars. Required courses include: Introduction to U.S. Law (1 unit), Topics in American Law (2 units), and Legal Writing & Research (2 units).
Thesis Track
The LL.M. thesis track offers the opportunity to write a substantial research and writing project called a thesis. This track is appropriate for students considering academic or government careers, or those interested in researching in depth a particular subject. Thesis track students are associated with a member of the law faculty who will serve as an adviser.
Thesis track students complete 12 units of law school courses to be approved by the student's thesis adviser, as well as 8 units of independent study units with the adviser. In addition, international students must complete Intro to U.S. Law and Topics in American Law (3 units total).
