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Bachelor of Laws

Faculty/School of Law

Duration4 yearsNQF level8Minimum APS38Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

Bachelor of Laws develops knowledge and practical capability in legal principles, reasoning, research and the South African legal system. Students build analytical, communication and problem-solving skills through theory and applied learning. Exact modules and practical components vary by institution and study year.

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

EnglishLevel 5 · 60%NSC 38 + a minimum of 60% in English
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

NSC 38 + a minimum of 60% in English

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 Campus (Thohoyandou)MainMain Campus (Thohoyandou)Thohoyandou, LimpopoView campus
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