Juris Doctor- Constitutional and Public Law in Kingston Canada | Queen's University

Queen's University | Kingston Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 5,773
(c. USD4,143.55)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Constitutional and public law fulfill vital societal roles by shaping, limiting, and guiding governmental power while protecting fundamental human rights. These legal frameworks govern interactions between individuals and state institutions, while defining the functions of executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

Key aspects include the distribution of authority between federal and provincial governments, the boundaries of rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, constitutional commitments to reconciliation, and oversight of administrative decisions. Recognized for its outstanding legal education, Queen's Law fosters analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and professional development for diverse legal careers. The Juris Doctor (JD) program meets accreditation requirements for legal practice in Canada and internationally, featuring a dynamic curriculum that evolves to address student needs and emerging legal trends.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended, including those attended as a visiting student on exchange or on a study abroad program,
official LSAT score(s),
a personal statement
confidential letters of reference and
supplementary documentation to support the basis of the claim in the Aboriginal and Access categories, as necessary.
Test results from the new iBT TOEFL are preferred. Standards for the new TOEFL iBT are a minimum total score of no less than 100, with a minimum of 24 on the Writing section, no less than 22 on the Speaking section, no less than 24 on the Reading section and no less than 20 on the Listening section. Under the old TOEFL scoring system, no applicant with a TOEFL score of less than 600/250 and a TWE of less than 5.0 was considered. The institution code for Queen's University is 0949.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - score of 7 on the academic module , TOEFL iBT - 88 overall: 24 Writing, 22 Speaking, 22 Reading, 20 Listening

Tuition CAD 5,773

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