LL.B · Undergraduate
Law
- Degree
- LL.B
- Level
- Undergraduate
Programme overview
This program trains future lawyers and legal scholars in national, regional, and international law. Emphasis is placed on human rights, African legal traditions, and international business law, preparing graduates for careers in law, justice, and governance.
Curriculum
Year 1
5 courses- 01Introduction to Law
- 02Legal Systems & Traditions
- 03Constitutional Law I
- 04Academic Writing
- 05General Philosophy
Year 2
5 courses- 01Criminal Law
- 02Civil Law & Procedure
- 03African Customary Law
- 04Contract Law
- 05Legal Research Methods
Year 3
5 courses- 01Human Rights Law
- 02International Law
- 03Corporate & Business Law
- 04Environmental Law
- 05Comparative Legal Systems
Year 4
12 courses- 01Advanced Legal Practice
- 02Alternative Dispute Resolution
- 03Legal Ethics &
- 04Governance
- 05Capstone Legal Thesis
- 06Internship (courts, law firms, NGOs)
- 07Sample Courses
- 08Constitutional & Criminal Law
- 09Human Rights & International Law
- 10Corporate & Business Law
- 11African Customary Law
- 12Environmental Law & Justice
Course lists are indicative and may be updated as the programme is accredited and reviewed.
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