Bachelor of Law (Hons.)

(R/380/6/0022) 06/19 (A3145)

This four – seven years’ programme offers Law students a robust understanding of the system of rules that are enforced through social institutions especially in Malaysia.

Students are familiarised with the fundamentals, characteristics, methodology, specialisations, practices, policies and the revolution of law in local and international landscape. The programme encompasses various branches of legal practice, providing exposure in a comprehensive range of areas.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Pass Foundation / Matriculation from a recognised institution, and pass SPM with 5 credits, inclusive Bahasa Malaysia; OR
Pass STPM / A level or its equivalent with 3 Principals and pass SPM with 5 credits, inclusive Bahasa Malaysia; OR
Pass Diploma in related field from a recognised institution and pass SPM with 5 credits, inclusive Bahasa Malaysia.
A minimum score of band 4 in MUET.* *Candidates not meeting this requirement may subjected to an internal review process.
English Entry Requirement for International Students: All programmes offered by Faculty of Law require a minimum score of 5.0 for IELTS or its equivalent

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Year 1

Malaysian Legal System
Constitutional Law 1
Constitutional Law 2
Contract Law 1
Contract Law 2
Legal Method
Legal Skills
Family Law
Introduction to Multicultural Studies in Malaysia
Stress and Well-Being among Malaysians
Islamic Institution in Malaysia
Hubungan Etnik
Pengajian Malaysia 3
Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS)

Year 2

Criminal Law 1
Criminal Law 2
Law of Torts 1
Law of Torts 2
Islamic Law 1
Islamic Law 2
Intellectual Property Law
Cyberlaw
Mooting
Co-curriculum
Bahasa Kebangsaan A
Foreign Language
Hubungan Etnik Pengajian Malaysia 3
Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS)

Year 3

Land Law 1
Land Law 2
Company Law 1
Company Law 2
Public International Law
Equity and Trusts 1
Equity and Trusts 2
Law of Succession
Legal Attachment
Jurisprudence

Year 4

Civil Procedure 1
Civil Procedure 2
Criminal Procedure 1
Criminal Procedure 2
Law of Evidence 1
Law of Evidence 2
Professional Practice 1
Professional Practice 2
Conveyancing Practice
Law of Insolvency
Civil Trial Advocacy
Criminal Trial Advocacy
Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods and Procedures

Electives

Administrative Law
Conflict of Laws
Consumer Law
Environmental Law
Evidence and Procedure in Syariah Court
Human Rights Law
International Trade and Shipping Law
Islamic Banking and Finance Law
Islamic Constitutional Law
Islamic Family Law
Labour Law
Law and Economics
Law of Banking
Project Paper
Revenue Law
Sports Law
Non-law Electives offered by other Faculty/Faculties

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PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental legal principles, concepts and theories, the working environment of law, and the relevant courts procedures.
Apply critical, analytical and problem-solving skills as well as relevant principles, concepts and theories in law to a given situation.
Demonstrate an adequate level of proficiency in practical skills including client counselling, mooting, drafting, opinion writing, advocacy, alternative dispute resolution, and research skills.
Integrate social and collaborative skills into diverse learning communities.
Use appropriate and effective forms of communication when dealing with the public.
Integrate digital skills and a broad range of information technology applications to enhance study and research.
Apply numeracy skills to computational problems in law.
Work independently as well as in teams and be able to lead with autonomy and responsibility.
Perform relevant personal skills for lifelong learning and continuing professional development.
Practise relevant managerial and entrepreneurial skills in a legal environment.
Act professionally by integrating ethical values within the varied social and practice environment.

INDUSTRIAL PANEL

MR. RICHARD WEE THIAM SENG

Managing Partner of Messrs. Richard Wee Chambers

MR. JASPAL SINGH GILL

Partner at Sekar Gill & C. Suren, Former Chairman of the Malacca Bar

ADJUNCT PROFESSORS

YABhg TUN DATO' SERI ZAKI BIN TUN AZMI

Former Chief Justice of Malaysia

EXTERNAL EXAMINERS

DATIN SIAH LI MEI

Partner at Messrs Chee Siah Le Kee & Partners

DATO' AMARDAS JETHANAND

Partner at Messrs K.P. Ng & Amardas

PROFESSOR HAIDAR DZIYAUDDIN

Legal Advisor of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR MOHAMAD RIZAL BIN ABD RAHMAN

Chairman
Malaysian and Comparative Law Centre (MyCoL)
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Mr. ANDRE WEE HENG LEONG

Partner at Messrs Yap Koon Roy & Associates