CROSS-DISCIPLINARY AND INTERDISCIPLINARY FOCUS

“Now more than ever the world needs lawyers who understand the law in its various contexts, and who are able to integrate disparate areas of expertise to solve real-world problems.” Michael A. Fitts Dean and Bernard G. Segal Professor of Law

Cross-disciplinary study is about more than a joint degree. It's about well-rounded faculty who integrate lessons across professional fields in the classroom, easy access to schools and programs across the University Campus, and preparing law graduates for wide-ranging career opportunities.

As a student, you have the chance to experience this cross-disciplinary integration in several ways.

• In the Law classroom, where faculty are increasingly inter-disciplinary in their focus and 50% of classes are cross-disciplinary
• In co-taught courses, which include faculty from throughout Penn
• From the perspectives of students from the University who participate in law classes
• In your exploration of courses, certificates, and joint programs throughout the University
• By your participation in groups that explore cross-disciplinary subjects through panel discussions, guest lectures, and debates