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Masters in Law (LLM) in Canada
An LLM is a one-year postgraduate law degree to specialise in areas such as corporate, international, IP or technology law. Here is how studying it in Canada works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
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- ₹15–35 lakh per year
- Intakes: Fall (Sep)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Law (LLM) in Canada: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Law (LLM) in Canada usually takes 1–2 years. Tuition is ≈ CAD 18,000 – 45,000 per year. After graduating: PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length.
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Masters in Law (LLM) in Canada at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ CAD 18,000 – 45,000 per year
- Living costs
- Proof of living funds as set by IRCC, plus rent of ≈ CAD 800 – 1,800/month
- Typical budget
- ₹15–35 lakh per year
- Intakes
- Fall (Sep), Winter (Jan), Summer (May)
- English tests
- IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CELPIP/Duolingo as accepted by the institution
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE is needed only for some research-based and top engineering programs
- Post-study work
- PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length
Overview
Why study Law (LLM) in Canada?
An LLM is a one-year postgraduate law degree to specialise in areas such as corporate, international, IP or technology law.
Canada offers post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years, co-op programs with paid work terms and three intakes a year.
Universities
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Specialisations
Popular Law (LLM) specialisations
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Human Rights
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Canada.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: LLB (3-year or 5-year integrated)
- Bachelor's: Practising advocates
- Prerequisite: Law degree
- Prerequisite: Strong academic record and writing
- English: IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CELPIP/Duolingo as accepted by the institution
- GRE/GMAT: GRE is needed only for some research-based and top engineering programs
Careers
Careers after Law (LLM) in Canada
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Canada offers post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years. Typical roles afterwards include Associate (law firm, after qualifying locally), In-house Legal Counsel and Compliance Officer.
Many universities in Canada offer it; we shortlist based on your profile and budget.
Plan for ₹15–35 lakh per year.
Most universities accept LLB (3-year or 5-year integrated) and practising advocates, with law degree and strong academic record and writing, plus IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CELPIP/Duolingo as accepted by the institution.
PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length. During your studies: up to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessions.
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