Dr. Teresa Scassa

Professor

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Biography

Teresa Scassa is the Canada Research Chair in Information Law and Policy and a Full Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa. She earned her BA in Creative Writing from Concordia University and both her LL.B./B.C.L and LL.M from McGill University. Additionally, she holds a S.J.D. from the University of Michigan. With a focus on information law, her research interests encompass the impact of technology on law, privacy rights, and public policy related to access to information. Scassa is recognized for her expertise in these areas and contributes extensively to academic discussions and publications regarding legal frameworks in the digital age. Her work aims to bridge the gap between legal theory and practical application in the evolving context of information and technology.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History