Overview
One of the oldest academic fields in the world, the Bachelor of Laws is a highly
regarded undergraduate qualification that stimulates intellectual understanding
through exposure to a wide range of crucial and contemporary humanities and
social science topics. This course enables students to gain specialist knowledge in
the area of Business Law as well.
While it is an essential qualification for those who intend to pursue a career as a
Barrister and Solicitor, the LLB (Hons) Degree remains popular with students who
do not wish to practice law. Giving students the critical knowledge and
transferable skills, this course unlocks a plethora of career opportunities across a
wide range of professions.
Fully accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and recognised by
the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia (LPQB), graduates who meet the
minimum requirements may directly progress to the Certificate in Legal Practice
(CLP) in Malaysia or the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) in the UK and
join the legal profession as an entry-level lawyer upon completion.
Learning Outcomes
The course provides students with the key skills and competencies needed to
excel in a legal career or a career of choice. Students will:
► Develop the ability to identify and understand key concepts in substantive
law, legal theory and procedure in domestic and international law contexts.
► Where relevant, develop the ability to identify and understand the impact
of economic, cultural and political changes on the law, as well as explore
the critical role of the law in improving social and economic conditions in
modern societies.
► Apply knowledge and critical thinking skills to perform legal analysis,
reasoning and problem solving competently, and learn to collaborate in a
variety of legal settings and contexts.
► Develop vital communication skills including effective listening and critical
reading, objective and persuasive writing, advocacy and other essential
oral communication skills, as well as the ability to conduct in-depth
research, both domestically and internationally.
Course Subjects
Students will be exposed to a number of critical areas over 3 semesters and are
assessed through a combination of written examinations and assignments.
Year 1:
► Elements of the Law of Contract
► Criminal Law
► Common Law
► Public Law
► Legal Skills
Year 2:
► Tort
► Land Law
► Law of Evidence (Elective)
► Family Law (Elective)
► Company Law (Elective)
Year 3:
► Equity and Trust
► European Union Law
► Elective 1 (as per partner university)
► Elective 2 (as per partner university)