customizing your degree

Your degree will unlock many doors and provide a wide range of opportunities both within the legal profession and in the broader professional landscape.

The diverse backgrounds and interests of our students is a strength that our program is designed to bolster and support to ensure you make the most of your education.


certificates & Specializations

Another way to further focus your legal studies is to earn a certificate in one of our unique specializations:


joint degrees and combined programs

In association with other faculties at Dalhousie, students at Schulich Law can combine their JD with a master’s degree in one of four partner programs.

Juris Doctor and:

I originally applied to the JD/MBA program to open as many doors as possible for me when I graduated. Since beginning my legal career, it has become clear how beneficial the joint program is. Being able to understand problems from both a legal and business perspective cannot be overstated.
— Nicholas Pinsent (JD/MBA Candidate ’25)