The perfect preparation for success on the LSAT and in law school.
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The perfect preparation for success on the LSAT and in law school.
Learn how to communicate ideas more effectively and persuasively in preparation for a successful career within the legal system.
- Examine the intellectual framework underlying our society and justice system
- Learn and formulate your own ideas through interactive dialogue with your professors and classmates
- Develop skills in writing, persuasion and critical thinking
- Investigate fundamental questions surrounding nature, being, reason, knowledge and faith
- Analyze and interpret the works of past and modern philosophers
Philosophy of Law Course Options Include:
- Introduction to Critical Thinking
- Logic
- Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
- Philosophy of Law
- Ethics (Action and Values)
- Political Philosophy
- Philosophy of Rights
- Modern Philosophy
Life after ²¨É«µ¥Ë«
²¨É«µ¥Ë«' Philosophy of Law degree is the perfect preparation for success on the LSAT (required for admission to law school) and law school, but also wonderful preparation for a wide variety of careers which require intensive communication and critical thinking skills, including psychology, social work, education, business, public administration and health care.
- Attorney in corporate or private practice
- Legal counsel for government or corporations
- Public defender
- Politician - local, state or national
- Public advocate
- Educator at law school or college
- Librarian in a law library
Minor
Many students choose to minor in Philosophy in Law if they are majoring in another program but interested in pursuing law school after ²¨É«µ¥Ë«.
Dual Major
Philosophy of Law is a popular dual major, often earned in combination with programs such as Political Science, English, Physics, and Criminal Justice.
Pre-Law at ²¨É«µ¥Ë«
Learn more about law school admission requirements and why ²¨É«µ¥Ë« is the perfect place to prepare for law school.
For more information contact the Office of Admission at admission@lewisu.edu or call (815)836-5250.
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