Master of Jurisprudence can go by several names
including a Master in Law Master of Science in Law, Master's in Legal Studies, Master of Science in Legal Studies, Juris Master, or Master of Studies in Law.
Offered within
United States
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law schools, Master in Law curriculum is often studied by those who want more legal knowledge and a deeper understanding of the American legal system, without a full
Juris Doctor (J.D.). This can often include business professionals or those who work in government, and can include building skills like understanding regulations, reading contracts, drafting policy, or review legal documents.
Some Master of Jurisprudence program offerings may have specific cocentrations like Coproate and Business Law or are part of dual degree programs. Electives may be offered in several categories, such as Business and Corporate Governance Law, Immigration Law, Health Law,
Administrative Law, Real Estate Law, or Risk Management.
The Master of Jurisprudence program typically ranges between 30 and 45 credit hours. Many Masters in Legal Studies degrees can be completed in 9 to 16 months.
Some part time programs offer longer timelines, up to 4 years. Some universities offer Juris Master programs online.
While some classes may be shared with J.D. candidates, the Master of Jurisprudence does not prepare recipients to sit for the bar exam to practice law, but rather provides a better understanding of legal issues related to the recipient's chosen field.
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Jurisprudence
Law degrees
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