Legal Studies Degrees
Legal Studies Degrees
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For those looking to continue their education, our Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs can provide the essential skills for leadership in nonprofit and civic organizations. Prepare yourself for a career that can make an impact with our various MPA emphasis programs.
As a legal studies major, you have the opportunity to develop a solid working knowledge of legal issues and the law, even if you don’t plan to become a lawyer. Completing a degree with an emphasis in legal studies teaches a multifaceted skill set that can allow you to evaluate situations and process information quickly so you can be more effective in your role.
Legal studies can be beneficial if your job involves working with:
Legal studies and justice studies can lead you toward similar degrees and career paths, but there are important differences between the two fields. To research which degree program is best for your professional goals, explore the legal and justice studies majors below and visit GCU’s criminal justice page — from there you can examine all your options for these programs at GCU.
GCU offers legal studies and law enforcement programs at the bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral levels. Build skills and competencies in these legal studies programs online and on campus.
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Grand Canyon University’s online and campus programs offer the flexibility you need to get ahead, providing a quality education to help you in today’s world. Earn your legal studies degree to start on your journey to a career in this field.
The foundation of any modern society is the creation and enforcement of laws and governance to serve and protect the individuals, families and communities who live within it. Pursuing a degree in legal studies can equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, essential for navigating complex legal issues. This degree may be ideal for those interested in careers in law, public policy or advocacy, as it can help you prepare for a variety of career paths. Additionally, it can empower you to advocate for justice and contribute positively to society.
When you pursue a legal studies program online or on campus, you will explore the foundational principles of law and examine how legal philosophy informs contemporary governance and decision-making.
GCU’s legal studies majors, which are rooted in policy and politics, encompass the following disciplines:
Communication
One of the many paths for legal studies or social science majors is to attend law school. Graduates of the bachelor’s in government, legal studies emphasis receive foundational knowledge and skills that are necessary for law school and becoming a lawyer.
A few of the core competencies you will be taught are:
Critical reasoning
Effective communication
If your career goals involve serving your community, consider starting a legal studies program.
If you are currently working in or aiming to enter law enforcement or a legal field, GCU offers a master’s in criminal justice with specializations in legal studies or law enforcement, helping you equip yourself with the skills for professional growth.
Our legal studies emphasis within the bachelor’s in government major is designed to help you prepare for careers in:(See disclaimer 3,4)
Government
Law
Justice studies
Philosophy
Business
Theology
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Diplomacy
Servant leadership
Political research methods
Education
Healthcare
Individual and family services
Nonprofit management and administration
Political science
GCU’s institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) means our degrees, including our social science majors and our degrees in legal studies adhere to high standards in education at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
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