Dr. Wanda Wiegers

Professor

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Biography

Professor Wanda Wiegers joined the College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan in 1987 after completing significant legal training and practice. She articled in Nova Scotia from 1978 to 1979 and then practiced law in Saskatchewan until 1985. Her research interests are focused on the intersection of law and socio-economic issues, particularly within the realms of political economy of law, feminist critical legal theory, family law, children's law, gender law, and issues surrounding domestic violence and women within the welfare state. Professor Wiegers has contributed to various reports and briefs addressing legal reforms and the impact of legislation on marginalized groups, and has been actively involved in advocating for reforms in children's law and gender-based violence legislation in Canada. She teaches several courses, including Family Law and Children Law, and is committed to integrating her academic research with practical legal education.

Research Interests

Courses

Family Law Family Law II Children Law Economic Inequality Poverty Law

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.