MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.)

A Practice-Oriented Appraoch

AUA's LL.M. program aims to help students develop the practical skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective professional in an ever more competitive globalized market. Our practice-oriented approach emphasized analytical, advocacy and English communication skills that attorneys need to succeed. Courses are designed to expose students to basic skills as well as current trends. The program affords students opportunities to practice those skills through instruction and daily interaction with highly qualified professionals.

The LL.M. is a rigorous academic and professional program. Instructors have high expectations of students. Although many students work while studying, it is often difficult to balance the demands of work, courses and family. The grading scale for coursework is in line with US law school programs. AUA requires students to maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 to remain in good standing and graduate.

Degree Requirements

The LL.M. is a two-year part-time evening program. Courses meet four nights a week, two hours a night, for the regular academic year (September through June). To graduate with a Master of Laws (LL.M.), students must successfully complete 48 credits of course work as specified in the Law Department curriculum set forth in the AUA catalog and on the AUA website. In addition to course work, students must write a Master's Paper presenting original research on a topic approved by the Department. All AUA students are also required to complete a two-credit course in environmental science.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission, an applicant must meet the AUA General Admission Requirements, detailed on the admissions information page on the AUA website as well as Law Department-specific requirements:

•  Bachelor's degree in law (preferred) or related field from a recognized institution of higher education

•  Demonstrated English proficiency – IBT TOEFL score of 79, or a 6.0 on the IELTS. Scores cannot be more than 2 years old at the time of application.

•  Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) at a level acceptable to the Department (expected score for successful applicants 135 or higher)

•  Experience in legal practice or a related field is highly desirable

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