Master of Arts in Political Science - Law and Politics

SUNY University at Albany

This track provides you with advanced coursework and training in the study of law from multiple perspectives. It serves three different groups of students. First, if you aspire to attend a highly competitive law school to have the opportunity to engage in advanced study of law before applying, and to encounter a broader set of perspectives than might typically be included in a JD degree. Second, if you hope to pursue a PhD you can gain relevant course work and skill development to ease that transition. Finally, the track provides you with strong writing and analytical skill development. Coursework includes: Field Seminar in Public Law Judicial Power Law and Society Choose two: Constitutional Law Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Law and Policy Election Law Justice Reform in Latin America

Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy