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Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Law with Psychology

Faculty of Law

Duration3 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS30Campuses2
Course overview

About this course

NWU 2027 Grade 12 Prospectus, page(s) 29. Published requirements: • NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption • Home language AND First Additional Language level 5 (60-69%) • Mathematics level 3 (40% - 49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 (60% - 69%) • SELECTION: Placement process and adherence to minimum requirements of the faculty. Academic performance is important. Limited capacity. • DURATION: 3 years

Course content

What you may study

Constitutional law; private and public law; legal interpretation; legal research; ethics; procedure; and practical legal problem-solving. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

Home Language and First Additional LanguageLevel 5 · 60%Home language AND First Additional Language level 5 (60-69%)
Mathematical LiteracyLevel 5 · 60%Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical Mathematics: Mathematics level 3 (40% - 49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 (60% - 69%)
MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical Mathematics: Mathematics level 3 (40% - 49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 (60% - 69%)
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption

Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. An LLB where applicable, a postgraduate diploma, honours-equivalent legal specialisation, master's degree or professional legal training, subject to entry requirements.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Legal practitioner after completing the required professional pathway; legal adviser; compliance officer; paralegal; policy officer; or legal researcher.

Study locations

Available campuses

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Main campusPotchefstroom CampusPotchefstroom, North WestView campusRegional campusVaal Triangle CampusVanderbijlpark, GautengView campus
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