Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Unicaf University, Malawi
First Year Course Fee
USD 8,000
Course Accredited By
BAC
Rationale
Students will acquire a first degree in law, which would allow them to be admitted to the legal profession or to work as a legal consultant by developing skills and abilities pertinent to a lawyer, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, self-motivation and specialised knowledge of the law.
Aims of the Programme
The aims of the programme are the following:
- To provide sufficient knowledge and skills to the students in the field of Law.
- To enable graduates of the programme to be employed in fields relevant to the legal profession such as advocates, judges, notaries, legal consultants, private and public
organizations, non-governmental organizations, private companies etc.
Objectives of the Programme
On completion of the programme the students should:
- Develop a sound understanding of the foundations and socio-legal environment of law as well as analytical and research skills.
- Develop a critical understanding and specialized knowledge of a wide range of courses in law covering the entire range of legal knowledge
- Be exposed to a wide range of disciplinary approaches to legal study, encouraging them to reflect on the complexity of legal practice and on the variety of ways of
understanding law’s role in contemporary society.
Enrollment Cycles
- May 2023
- June 2023
- July 2023
- August 2023
- September 2023
- October 2023
- November 2023
- December 2023
- January 2024
- March 2024
- March 2024
- April 2024
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University Bachelor degree programmes are as outlined below. Variances may be observed based on the local education regulatory requirements relating to the country in which each campus of Unicaf University operates. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of international academic qualifications accepted.
Admission to a Bachelor degree programme requires a Senior School Leaving Certificate with an aggregate score of “60” or “C” or “Credit”, or international equivalent
Applicants with a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant area may be considered for credit transfer
Recognized proof of English proficiency
Current CV
Copy of valid passport or national ID
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information may be taken into account.