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Suffolk University Law School Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD)
Suffolk University Law School

Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD)

Boston, USA

3 up to 4 Years

English

Full time, Part time

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USD 63,432 *

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* $2643 per credit | year one fee, no tuition after year one of the program | 50% scholarship ($31,000)

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Key Summary

    About: The Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) is an advanced legal degree designed for those who want to focus on research and scholarship in the field of law. This program typically involves extensive study and the completion of a dissertation that contributes original knowledge to legal scholarship. The emphasis is on independent research and the development of expertise in a specific area of law.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates of the SJD program often pursue careers as law professors, legal scholars, or researchers. Other potential career paths include positions in policy analysis, legal consultancy, and roles within international organizations or think tanks.

Introduction

The Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) degree is a post LL.M. degree that is awarded upon the completion of an in-depth, publication-quality, dissertation which makes an original and creative contribution to the legal literature.

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