Master of Jurisprudence
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Masters of Jurisprudence (M.J. or M.Jur) is sometimes used as an alternative name for both Master of Laws
and Master of Studies in Law
. It also refers to masters-level courses concentraing on legal theory, in particular the philosophy of law and the sociological theory of law.
Master of Laws
The Master of Laws is an advanced academic degree, pursued by those holding a professional law degree, and is commonly abbreviated LL.M. from its Latin name, Legum Magister. The University of Oxford names its taught masters of laws B.C.L...
and Master of Studies in Law
Master of Studies in Law
A Master of Studies in Law is a master's degree offered by some law schools to students who wish to study the law but do not want to become attorneys. M.S.L. programs typically last one academic year and put students through the same regimen as a first-year J.D. student. M.S.L...
. It also refers to masters-level courses concentraing on legal theory, in particular the philosophy of law and the sociological theory of law.