In political science or sociology: introductions to American governmental and legal institutions and basic social institutions. In English: Legal Writing, documentary composition. By the way, UNC philosophy students have studied law in recent years (among others) Boston College, University of California/Berkeley, University of Chicago, Duke, Emory, Georgetown, Harvard, University of California/Los Angeles, New York University, University of North Carolina/Chapel Hill, Notre Dame, Pepperdine, Rutgers, Tulane, Vermont, University of Virginia, Wake Forest, William and Mary and Yale. The suggestions below reflect a concerted effort by members of the UNC School of Law and the Department of Philosophy to identify a program of study that puts students in a good position to gain admission to law school and the legal profession, and then thrive (or at least survive). Nevertheless, it should be noted that philosophy majors consistently rank among the highest scores on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). More than anything, law schools are looking for students who have acquired important analytical skills and the ability to present arguments convincingly. A number of majors will support the development of these skills well. Nevertheless, philosophy is widely regarded as an excellent preparation for law school and a career in law. Students who wish to prepare for law school should therefore consider a major in philosophy. Alternatively, they may complete a major in another discipline with a minor in philosophy, and in any case, they should complete the major they are pursuing with a series of philosophy courses (including a logic course and at least a few intermediate or higher level courses).
Above all, students should look for courses that offer them many opportunities for analytical and critical writing. In history: History of American legal institutions, constitutional history, etc. POLI SCI 790:102 – Introduction to International Relations (33 documents) POLI SCI 790:306 – AMERICAN PRESIDENCY (19 documents) PHIL 101 (Introduction to Philosophy: Main Problems) or 110 (Philosophical Texts That Have Changed the World: An Introduction to Philosophy through Great Works), PHIL 160 (Virtue, Valour and Happiness: An Introduction to Moral Theory) or 163 (Practical Ethics) or PHIL 170 (Social Ethics and Political Thought) I would say that law and are probably a little more relevant to modern practice. They are both theoretical rather than practical, but I would give a slight advantage to the law and society here. However, I think you would have a better experience in LPRJ POLI SCI 790:401 – American Constitutional Law (16 Documents) D. Intermediate/Advanced Courses (Ethics, Law): Students are also encouraged to take courses in other departments that develop basic writing, argumentation, or analytical skills and a fundamental understanding of American society, political institutions, and the principles of economics and finance. Courses of the following types would be particularly useful: PHIL 155 (Introduction to Mathematical Logic), PHIL 157 (Logic and Decision Theory) PHIL 355 (Intermediate Mathematical Logic) or PHIL 455 (Symbolic Logic) Students must take at least one course in each of the following groups. PHIL 280 (Morality and Law), PHIL 360 (History of Ethics), PHIL 362 (Contemporary Ethical Theory), PHIL 384 (Introduction to Philosophy, Politics and Economics) or PHIL 480 (Legal Philosophy) In Public Policy Analysis: Techniques, Methods and Ethical Foundations of Policy Analysis.
POLI SCI 457 – Islamic Law and Jurisprudence (13 documents) PHIL 150 (Theory, Evidence and Understanding in Science), PHIL 145 (Language and Communication), PHIL 230 (Experience and Reality) PHIL 210 (Ancient Greek Philosophy) or PHIL 220 (Western Philosophy of the 17th and 18th Centuries) For prior legal advice, please contact our Director of Studies, Professor Markus Kohl, to the mkohl17@email.unc.edu. Although we are unable to offer a legal career (including career preparation) or LSAT advice, Professor Kohl is available to provide academic advice and discuss the following information about law preparatory courses. I can`t talk about what law and society are (at least not with Rubinstein), but the legal philosophy, rights, and justice have been excellent online. For an advanced degree in political science, it was quite easy despite some complex subjects. Law schools do not require, expect, or prefer any particular program of study when it comes to making admissions decisions. Information from the American Bar Association on law school preparation can be found here. In economics: Introduction to basic microeconomics and welfare economics. Thank you very much for the detailed answer! I will choose LPRJ in this case where I am PoliSci in the minor and try to take as many courses as possible related to law. Which of these two is more relevant/interesting? The relationship between law and morality (PB 03.06.12).docx.