Law is a broad field that encompasses the system of rules set by a society to regulate behavior along with the enforcement of those rules. Law students study all of a society’s rules, but usually specialize their law practice upon graduation into a particular area like civil or criminal law.

An undergraduate certificate is an academic program that provides students with the skills and knowledge needed for entry-level careers and professional opportunities. Depending on the school, students may be able to use the credits earned in this program to count towards an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program.