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ACADEMIC MAP Legal Studies, A.A.S. |
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 The Associate of Applied Science in Legal Studies gives students a foundation in legal studies and expands and develops student knowledge of various areas of substantive law and legal research in writing. Successful completion of the AAS LS will prepare students for entry level careers and to apply for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Legal Studies. 
MILESTONE COURSE:
These courses are the keys to graduation. Courses should be taken in the recommended semesters to complete on time.
CAREER PLANNING: As you prepare for your last year before graduation, be sure to visit Career Services to write your resume, plan your job search, and learn how to have a successful interview. Students interested in the BAS should apply for the program in their final semester of the AAS LS program.
CAPSTONE COURSE: The capstone is a semester-long project that prepares you for the workforce by perfecting your resume, assessing student learning outcomes, and preparing a portfolio of student work. 
Students should average 15 credit hours per semester, or 30 per year, to graduate on time.
TOTAL DEGREE CREDITS:
60
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ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) LEGAL STUDIESThe AAS is a continuation of the program from the CAS and further prepares students for supporting positions within the legal field. Successful completion of the AAS will prepare students to apply for the BAS in Legal Studies and for careers in legal services and related careers.
Associate of Applied Science Graduation Requirements:
- Monitor program progress through My Degree to remain on graduation pathway.
- Complete 60 credit hours of required courses.
- Maintain minimum grade point average of 2.0 or higher in all courses.
- Complete at least 15 credit hours at WVU Parkersburg.
- Complete application for graduation and file application in OLSIS prior to stated deadline.
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Foundational Learning Courses (FLCs): |
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To ensure breadth and depth as students meet these broad education goals, the curriculum focuses on six academic “strands.”
* Serves technical and professional degree programs specific to WVU Parkersburg. Does not transfer to WVU as General Education (March 2018). |
2019-2020