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A legal education reaches nearly every sector of society, making a Legal Studies degree excellent preparation for careers in government, business, nonprofits, law enforcement, and the legal field. At Waterloo, you'll experience intimate classes taught by distinguished scholars, fostering rich discussions, while co-op placements provide valuable professional experience. Throughout your undergraduate Legal Studies program, you'll examine law's societal influence, legal system origins, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms' transformative power, and topics like criminal behavior, punishment, and justice reform. You'll develop research, analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities while gaining comprehensive knowledge of legal frameworks.Program advantages Examine law through multiple lenses. Explore legal concepts through interdisciplinary studies including political science, history, sociology, philosophy, and peace and conflict studies.Build real-world expertise. Opt for co-op education to practice your skills in legal practices, government agencies, corporations, tech firms, and other professional settings.