One LL.M. Degree - Two Tracks

Berkeley Law is one of the top 10 law schools in the United States. We provide two paths to the same LL.M. degree: the traditional nine-month track and a professional track that spans two consecutive summer terms. LL.M. candidates in both tracks take the same courses, from the same expert faculty, as our J.D. students.

LL.M. students can earn certificates of specialization in one of several subjects:

• Business Law (both tracks)
• Law & Technology (both tracks)
• Environmental Law (traditional track only)
• Energy & Clean Technology (traditional track only)
• International Law (traditional track only)

LL.M. Traditional Track

The traditional track of our LL.M. program, which takes place during the standard academic year from August to May, provides students with a range of opportunities, from obtaining a basic knowledge of the U.S. legal system to undertaking original research on a particular aspect of law.  Designed to integrate American and international law students at various levels of study, the traditional track allows candidates to satisfy degree requirements by enrolling in courses and seminars from among those offered to law students pursuing the J.D. degree. Aside from a few core curriculum courses specifically designed for international students, LL.M. candidates may select law courses as they see fit, with the exception of a few that are restricted to the J.D. curriculum. For details on specific course restrictions, e-mail the Advanced Degree Programs Office.

A candidate for the LL.M. degree completes a program of resident study consisting of a minimum total of 21 units (international students) or 20 units (students who already have a US law degree).  Students tailor the program to meet their individual needs, taking into account educational background and career objectives.

(美國法學院 LLM _Berkeley Law School from Berkeley Law School website)