Definitions - Loyola Law School

This page contains the definitions of the important terms used for the tracks. Each track is divided into 5 categories: Core Courses, Key Electives, Skills Courses, Related and Advanced Courses, Specialized or Related Tracks.

**Definitions used for the tracks**
Category	Explanation
Core	These are the elective courses that provide a basic foundation for the track. Students with a strong interest in the track should consider taking all of these courses. Students who are sampling a track should take one or more of these courses to begin. The law school usually offers these courses every year, either once in the day and once in the evening or at a time accessible to both day and evening students.
Key Electives	These are the elective courses that build more specialized knowledge in the area of the track. Students with a strong interest in the track may consider taking some of these courses. The law school usually offers these courses every other year, either at a time accessible to both day and evening students or in both divisions.
Skills Courses	These are the elective skills courses that develop professional competences that are particularly relevant to the track. Students with strong interest in the track should consider taking some of these courses. The law school usually offers these courses at least once in the day and once in the evening, alternating every other year.
Related & Advanced Courses	These elective courses are related to the track or more specialized, advanced courses in the track. For example, they may be courses from a related track or they may provide policy background or perspective. Students with a strong interest in the track may consider some of these courses. These courses may not be offered on a regular basis.
Related Tracks	In some cases, one track is related to another. Given a student's personal goals, the student may wish to take some courses from more than one track.