LLB (Hons),
University of Essex
via UK Transfer Degree (Law)
R/380/6/0036(A6933)03/26
Here's the BIG Picture
We teach the law that matters. We are ‘freer, more daring and more experimental' than a traditional law school, so your legal education is relevant and responsive to the needs of a changing society. Our approach is global in outlook, based on justice, and engaged with real-world problems. You will be taught by lecturers who work with the UN, the UK government, and with EU and foreign governments. These experts bring real-world experience and knowledge to the classroom, providing valuable insights into global affairs and policymaking.
Fully accredited by MQA and recognized by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia (LPQB), upon graduating, you can directly progress to the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) in Malaysia or the Bar Professional Course (BPC) in the UK.
Interesting Facts:
- We’re a top 30 university, and in the top 4 for ‘value-added’, in the Guardian University Guide 2024.
- We are 32nd out of 130 UK universities in the Complete University Guide 2024.
- Number one university in the UK for Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs), the flagship Innovate UK programme.
- 89% of Essex graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2023)
- Ranked 17th for promoting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal on Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (THE Impact Rankings 2023)
- Wivenhoe Park, the home of our Colchester Campus has won the Green Flag award five years in a row and was named in the top 10 of the People’s Choice Awards.
- Collaboration Award for a decade of successful partnership to deliver high-quality student housing at the National Student Accommodation Award
With this Course, You Will:
- Develop the ability to identify and understand key concepts in substantive law, legal theory, and procedure in domestic and international law contexts.
- Apply knowledge and critical thinking skills to perform legal analysis, reasoning and problem solving competently.
- Develop vital communication skills including effective listening and critical reading, objective and persuasive writing, advocacy, as well as the ability to conduct in-depth research.
Why choose University of Essex?
Ranked 49th for Law in THE World University Rankings by subject 2024 (9th in the UK).
The University of Essex is a genuine global community. With more than 140 countries represented within its student body, and nearly 40% of its students from overseas, Essex is one of the most internationally-diverse universities in the UK – it was ranked in the top 25 for the most international student community and top 75 for social sciences and law in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022. At the School of Law, you can work alongside practising lawyers to advise real clients at the Essex Law Clinic, gain experience in commercial awareness with the Business and Legal Advice Clinic, as well as work on projects for key human rights organisations in the Human Rights Clinic.
How Do I Get In?
- 5 Credits for SPM (including English), and
- Foundation in Law, BAC, or
- 2 A-Level Passes / 2 STPM Principals or its equivalent, or
- 5 B’s in UEC or equivalent, or
- A recognised Diploma or Degree
COURSE MODULES
Year 1
- Common Law Reasoning & Institutions
- Public Law
- Elements of the Law of Contract
- Criminal Law
- Malaysian Legal System
- Malaysian Constitutional Law
MPU Subjects
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- National Language A (Malaysian students without credit in SPM BM)
- Malay Communication 2 (International students)
Year 2
Core
- Law of Tort
- Land Law
Electives
- Law of Evidence
- Company Law
- Family Law
- Legal Technology
- Business for Lawyers
* Or as per subjects offered at the university in the UK (for 1+2 years option)
MPU Subjects
- Community Service
- New Venture Creation
- Ethics of Communication
Year 3
- As per subjects offered at the university in the UK
Tuition Fees
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