Bachelor of Arts in Law

University at Buffalo - SUNY

If you enjoy analyzing arguments, like to think critically, and are interested in things like justice, social order and rights, this major might be for you. As a law major, you can get the lifelong benefits of studying the law (including some fascinating career opportunities) without the commitment of going to law school. It’s the perfect major for students who are interested in how law impacts our lives, but don’t necessarily want to be an attorney.What will I learn?As a law student, you'll gain practical knowledge of the law and how it's applied in a variety of contexts. There are only a few required courses, which means most of your time will be spent in elective classes. If you're thinking about running a start-up one day, maybe you’ll study intellectual property and business law. Or perhaps you’ll take classes in criminal law and juries if you’d like to work for a law firm. At UB, our undergrads have studied the law as it relates to sports, social media, reproductive rights, racism, climate change and countless other relevant topics.

School of Law