University of Western Ontario
The University of Western Ontario is located in London, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1878, this historic campus offers the benefits of a large university’s facilities while providing small classes, taught by award-winning faculty. The Faculty of Law is a close-knit community which allows students and faculty the opportunity to interact closely and to gain a better understanding of the subject matter. In addition, the law program offers a unique blend of academic work, work experience and volunteer service.
PROGRAM DATES
Fall: Early September to Mid December
Spring: Early January to Late April
See the Western Ontario Academic Calendar for specific term dates.
APPLICATION
Semester Abroad Application for WCL Students
Semester Abroad Application for Visiting Students
Please complete, sign, print, and fax or mail application to:
The Office of Grants and Programs
4801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
Fax: (202) 274-4226
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
All courses will be conducted in English
COURSES
Students participating in this program may choose from a number of classes offered at the University of Western Ontario. All classes are taught in English. WCL students will be enrolled in regularly scheduled classes with fellow Western Ontario students.
Students will receive up to 12 credits towards their law degree. Only the credits and not the grades will transfer per ABA requirements. The acceptance of any credit or grade for any courses taken at the University of Western Ontario, including externships and other clinical offerings, is subject to determination by the WCL, Office of the Registrar.
The following is a selection of courses offered. For a more complete list of courses, see the Western Ontario Course Schedule.
- International Protection of Intellectual Property
- Comparative Civil Rights
- Comparative Federalism
- International Human Rights
- Problems in Canadian Federalism
- International Human Rights
- Canadian Legal History
- Francais Juridique
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Office of Grants and Programs
Phone: (202) 274-4317
E-mail: grants-programs@wcl.american.edu
Western Ontario Faculty of Law website

