This major is designed to prepare students for admission into law school via the 3+3 program. Upon successful completion of the program requirements, students will be able to start law school after completing three years at Oakwood University. Special emphasis is given to LSAT preparation, legal analysis, critical thinking, writing and editing, legal research and exposure to the law.
Students who complete the B.A. in Legal Studies will be proficient in the following student learning outcomes:
- Discuss matters of law from a Biblical foundation
- Interpret the law
- Examine ethical problems in law
- Critique court decisions using appropriate citation methods
- Incorporate technological tools to communicate key concepts within law
Major Requirements
Item #
Title
Hours
3
Sub-Total Hours
40
Students may choose one of the following:
Item #
Title
Hours
Sub-Total Hours
1
General Education Requirements
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Item #
Title
Hours
3
Sub-Total Hours
3
*(Students must complete all program requirements and be admitted into law school to graduate with this degree. Students do not have to complete a minor)
General Education Requirements
Total Hours
88