LLM Law and Society in Victoria Canada | University of Victoria

Our master's program in law and society offers an interdisciplinary, thesis-focused curriculum. You'll explore Canadian, international, and comparative legal frameworks while collaborating with peers on legal theory and research methods.
You'll receive personalized guidance from your supervisor and engage with specialists across fields like political science and sociology, culminating in a substantive thesis project.
Program Highlights
Participants in this program will: cultivate specialized interdisciplinary expertise through their thesis work
employ relevant disciplinary methodologies, develop skills to articulate legal concepts to both professional and general audiences
UVic Law ranks among Canada's top legal institutions, recognized for academic excellence, hands-on learning opportunities, and dedication to social justice initiatives.

We offer the highest ratio of clinical placements per student nationwide, expertise across diverse legal fields, enduring relationships with Indigenous groups, and a strong culture of public service.

Situated on Vancouver Island's breathtaking coastline, UVic Law integrates Indigenous and global viewpoints. Our intimate learning environment, robust student services, and exceptional faculty draw motivated, socially-conscious scholars committed to creating meaningful change.