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Diploma in Labour Law

Faculty of Human Sciences

NQF level9Minimum APS23Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

Diploma in Labour Law 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.

Admission

Other admission conditions

See page 1-2 of the linked official prospectus.

Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may progress to doctoral study in a related field, subject to research alignment and the receiving institution's admission requirements. 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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