Law in Society
Why Major in Law in Society?
The Law in Society program explores the intimate relationship between law and contemporary societies. The program allows students to study this relationship from an interdisciplinary perspective that may include the philosophic, historic, political, economic and sociological foundations of law. The Law in Society program is a superb preparation for graduate study in the humanities and social sciences, as well as for professional studies including law, public administration, policing, social work, and business.
What Can You Be With a Major in Law in Society?
A major does not dictate your career; it provides you with invaluable skills and knowledge that you can apply to many areas of life and work. Here are some the careers you may want to consider pursuing with your major:
- Legislative Assistant
- Social Development Manager
- Policy Advisor
- Search for Careers for more career possibilities.
With additional education/training…
- Professor
- Lawyer
- Research Analyst
- Police Officer
- Social Worker
- Paralegal
Where Can You Work?
- Universities and Colleges
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Research Institutes
- Law Firms
- Non-profit Organizations
- Development Organizations
What Skills Can You Develop?
An Arts degree helps you develop transferable, functional skills such as writing, critical thinking and communication skills that employers and most work situations require. Concentrating your studies in a major allows you to gain specific transferable skills, such as those below, which are attractive to particular employers and industries.
- Ability to conduct research
- Ability to read critically
- Ability to think analytically
- Grasp of political processes at multiple levels
- Organizational skills
- Written & verbal communication skills
- Understanding of connection among politics, economics, and history
- Awareness of intercultural conflicts and perspectives
- Ability to make keen observations, solve problems and make appropriate decisions
- Ability to conduct and explain scientific research
- Ability to quickly digest large amounts of information
Professional Associations
Professional associations can be a great way to meet, learn from and network with professionals in your field of interest. Some associations offer student memberships, often at a reduced rate. Below is a sample of professional associations you can explore.
Contact the Department
UNB Department of Philosophy
Carleton Hall, Room 209
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton NB E3B 5A3
