legal studies
"Legal studies" encompasses the academic examination of laws, legal systems, and their societal impacts, often pursued in secondary and higher education.
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Definition
C1Education
(academic)The academic discipline that involves the study of laws, legal systems, and legal principles.
Example
- She decided to major in legal studies to better understand the justice system.
C1Law
(academic, interdisciplinary)The field of education and research focusing on the structure, function, and impact of laws and legal institutions.
Example
- Legal studies often explore the relationship between law and society.
C1Social Sciences
(interdisciplinary)An area of study that examines the relationship between law, society, and culture.
Example
- Her legal studies research looked at how cultural norms influence legal practices.
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