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Bachelor of Legal Studies in Paralegal
- North Vancouver, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A four-year degree for paralegal careers and further legal study.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Legal Studies in Paralegal. Apply skills related to Core legal studies courses include criminal law
- family law
- contracts and legal documents. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Corporate legal departments
- Government agencies
- Law firms
- Multi-disciplinary paralegal practices
- Non-profit organizations
Curriculum
- Core legal studies courses include criminal law
- family law
- contracts and legal documents
- torts
- legal research
- litigation
- wills and estates
- insurance law and real estate
- with electives such as constitutional
- entertainment
- animal
- environmental and cannabis law. A six-month full-time paid practicum in a law firm precedes graduation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent) with a 2.0 (60%) average on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses
- Some programs add a portfolio
- Audition
- Interview or course prerequisites. Source: capilanou.ca admission requirements
- Additional academic criteria: Grade 12 average of 2.0 (60%) on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses (general CapU minimum
- Programmes may set higher).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent, see CapU equivalencies list), English 12 or equivalent with 2.0 (60%) plus two academic Grade 12 courses, some programmes add portfolio, audition, interview or course prerequisites
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 83
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Proof of Funds for Study Permit
How to apply
- Review the Legal Studies in Paralegal admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the institution's international admissions service. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $28,035 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $135 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | North Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Business & Professional Studies |
| Department | School of Legal Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Capilano University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Legal Studies in Paralegal. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
7 Sept 2027
298 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 7 Sept 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $28,035 CAD per year. The application fee is $135 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $40,500 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 120.