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64 Best Law Programs in Canada

Across Canada, 35 universities offer 64 Law programs; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Toronto, University of Trinity College and McGill University.

3Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Trinity College logo
QS World #29 #4 in Canada Canada

Ethics, Society & Law

University of Trinity College — The Bachelor’s degree in Ethics, Society & Law at the University of Trinity College provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex relationship betwe...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
7Professional
UC University of Calgary logo
QS World #211 #16 in Canada Canada

Law

University of Calgary — The Law program at the University of Calgary is a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum that equips students with a deep understanding of legal principles, frameworks, an...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law (JD)
9Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Calgary logo
QS World #211 #16 in Canada Canada

Law and Society

University of Calgary — The Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society at the University of Calgary provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between law, society, and cu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
10Bachelor's Degree
DU Dalhousie University logo
QS World #283 #18 in Canada Canada

Law, Justice, and Society

Dalhousie University — The Bachelor's Degree in Law, Justice, and Society at Dalhousie University offers students an in-depth exploration of the interconnections between legal systems, social j...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
11Professional
SF Simon Fraser University logo
QS World #308 #19 in Canada Canada

Accelerated Law (SFU-Exeter)

Simon Fraser University — The Accelerated Law program at Simon Fraser University (SFU) offers an intensive curriculum designed for students who wish to fast-track their legal education. The course...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
13Bachelor's Degree
SF Simon Fraser University logo
QS World #308 #19 in Canada Canada

Criminology

Simon Fraser University — The Bachelor's degree in Criminology at Simon Fraser University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of crime, criminal behavior, and the justice system....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
15Bachelor's Degree
YU York University logo
QS World #333 #20 in Canada Canada

Criminology

York University — The Criminology Bachelor's Degree program at York University provides an in-depth understanding of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system. With a focus...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
17Program
US University of Saskatchewan logo
QS World #378 #22 in Canada Canada

Criminology and Addictions

University of Saskatchewan — The Criminology and Addictions degree at the University of Saskatchewan offers a comprehensive exploration of crime, societal responses, and the complex nature of addicti...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
18Professional
US University of Saskatchewan logo
QS World #378 #22 in Canada Canada

Law

University of Saskatchewan — The Law program at the University of Saskatchewan offers a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and the justice system. The curriculum is designed to equip stu...

ProfessionalLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law
21Bachelor's Degree
UD Université du Québec à Montréal logo
#30 in Canada Canada

Droit

Université du Québec à Montréal — The Bachelor's degree in Droit at the Université du Québec à Montréal is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of legal principles, practices, and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
22Bachelor's Degree
TM Toronto Metropolitan University logo
#36 in Canada Canada

Criminology

Toronto Metropolitan University — The Bachelor's Degree in Criminology at Toronto Metropolitan University dives into the complex world of crime, justice, and societal responses. This comprehensive program...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
23Professional
TM Toronto Metropolitan University logo
#36 in Canada Canada

Law

Toronto Metropolitan University — The Law program at Toronto Metropolitan University provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, encompassing various areas such as constitutional law, crim...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Law

Law at other levels

How these courses are ranked

10 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto) to #378 (University of Saskatchewan); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Toronto has the largest research record in this group, with 59,684,471 citations and an h-index of 1,794.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 33 bachelor's, 15 diploma, 10 professional and 1 master's. Within the subject, the largest areas are Law (54), Law (JD) (7) and Corporate Law (3). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 95% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (90% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (74% of courses with a stated intake). Thompson Rivers University offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Canada for Law?

University of Toronto (QS World #29), University of Trinity College (QS World #29) and McGill University (QS World #32) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Law in Canada?

Of those with published fees, McGill University is the least expensive at about USD 37,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Law course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Law courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 90% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Law online with a university in Canada?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Law courses in Canada?

Thompson Rivers University, with 5, ahead of Wilfrid Laurier University (4).

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