Most Master of Legal Studies programs require the completion of approximately 30 credits, or 10 courses. Depending on the school, course sessions may be seven, 10, or 14 weeks long. Full-time students generally complete the program in one to two years, and part-time students typically finish in two to three years. Some programs require a one-semester internship or externship, which usually involves working for an organization about 10 hours per week.